Criminal Justice and Criminology
With a next gen_degree in criminal justice and criminology, prepare for a lucrative career in the understanding and prevention of crime, from solving cold cases to transforming policy.
Our criminal justice and criminology courses give you a strong grounding in the science and psychology of criminal behaviour. You’ll learn how social issues lead to crime and then work with others to create policies that help solve these issues.
When you study criminal justice and criminology you’ll graduate with a full and comprehensive understanding — not just of the criminal justice system but also how to work in victim support, community safety, rehabilitation, crime prevention and corrections programs — and truly make an impact.
Browse our courses to find detailed course information, application dates, entry requirements, fees, subjects, ATAR calculator and more.
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How to become a criminologist
What does a criminologist do? Are criminologists in demand? How much do criminologists earn? Here’s a step-by-step guide to becoming a criminologist.
Change of Preference Expo
Get personalised course advice and preference support to find your place at Swinburne, no matter what your ATAR. Tuesday 12 December, Hawthorn campus.
Criminal Justice and Criminology study guides
The new Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology study guide
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Revenge, excitement, or profit: why do people commit arson?
There’s a lack of scientific research attempting to understand the arsonist, perhaps because the “typical arsonist” doesn’t exist. Or maybe it’s because so few arsons are solved, and the rate of successful convictions remains low.
Tuesday 30 May 2023
