Course overview
Our Bachelor of Criminology and Justice gives you deep insight into why we behave the way we do, and the effect our justice system has on our future actions.
Many of the ACAP teaching staff are qualified practitioners in the field. Classes are taught by lawyers, police officers, criminologists, psychologists and other professionals who bring compelling real-life case studies to the classroom. Work placement offers hands-on experience in a selection of organisations and sectors such as Victoria Police, the Department of Justice, in the court system or at law firms, in the community welfare sector or at correctional centres.
With elective units covering a range of areas including law, forensic psychology, policing, terrorism, mental health and youth justice, students are able to complete electives that complement their career aspirations or wider interests.
Course record
Career Opportunities
This qualification is widely recognised by professional agencies and major employers within various fields. Graduates can gain employment and develop careers in areas such as policing and law enforcement, investigations, customs, para-legal work, court administration, youth justice, community services and corrections.
Majors
Abnormal Psychology, Case Management, Corrections, Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, Criminology, Drugs and Crime, Forensic Psychology, Indigenous Studies, International Criminal Justice, Investigations, Legal Process, Mental Health, Police Studies, Sentencing, Terrorism and Society, Transnational Crime, Victimology, Youth Justice.
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