Course overview
If you’re intrigued by the workings of the criminal mind and what motivates and drives criminal behaviour or you want to help people work towards a more positive future, our Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology could be the course for you. This course gives you deep insight into why we think and act the way we do, and how to help change behaviour before it becomes destructive, or rehabilitate those who have already progressed down a path of crime.
Research by the Australian Institute of Criminology highlights the links between mental illness, crime and rehabilitation, with mental disorders up to four times higher in prison populations compared to the general population.
You’ll graduate from the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology with practical skills and strategies to successfully work in the criminal justice system in a range of different roles and with an understanding of the role society plays in shaping crime and criminal minds.
Course record
Majors
Alternative Approaches to Criminal Justice, Biology, Learning and Cognition, Case Management, Cultural Diversity and its Relevance to Crime and Criminal Justice, Forensic Psychology, Intercultural Diversity and Indigenous Psychology, Law and the Legal System, Learning and Memory, Lifespan Development, Perception and Cognition, Professional Issues and Applications in Psychology, Psychological Measurement and Assessment, Psychopathology, Research Methodology, Social Psychology, Substance Use and Crime, The Criminal Justice System, Theoretical and Applied Criminology, Victimology.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities include jobs in the following sectors: Education, health and social welfare, social policy and research, market research, human services, disability, ageing, mental health, youth justice, case management, community corrections, correctional facilities, immigration and refugee support services.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection All applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- or Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent)
- or Have been admitted to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent) English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection All applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- or Have been admitted to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent) English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- MelbourneVIC