Course Overview

About This Course

In the first degree of its kind in Victoria, you will unpack the causes of crime as well as the fallout. Examine the international dimensions of criminal justice, as well as the technological advances impacting the sector, including predicting the commission of crime, detecting and stopping criminal behaviour, and implementing effective and efficient criminal sanctions.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates IV (completed), diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees)
Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry upon completion of the STAT test
Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success
Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 60.0 (Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2025 after adjustment factors: 57.7)
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any English (except EAL) or 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent
Subject adjustments: A study score of 25 in any Humanities, Legal Studies or Psychology equals 2 aggregate points per study; a study score of 30 equals 3 aggregate points per study (overall maximum of 10 points)
International students: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification
English language requirements: IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0, or Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65% and all skills 65% or above, or equivalent

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Law enforcement officer, Intelligence or crime analyst, Investigator, Victim support worker, Government policy writer, Corrections officer

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units16 units

FOR10001

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Core unit

LAW10021

Introduction to Law

LAW10024

Criminal Law and Process

CRI10002

Fundamentals of Criminology

LAW10022

Law and Social Science

LAW20031

Crime and Punishment in the International Context

PSY10008

Fundamentals of Psychology

CRI20003

Crime, Deviance, and Conformity

LAW20048

Victims, Justice and the Law

CRI20001

Policing: Systems and Practice

LAW20032

Technological Advances in Dealing with Crime

CRI30010

Youth Justice and Crime

LAW30031

Family Violence

CRI30002

Corrections: Systems and Practice

FOR30001

Advanced Topics in Forensic Psychology

LAW30025

Criminal Justice Capstone Project

Elective unit — Work Integrated Learning industry project unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this degree unique compared to other criminology degrees in Victoria?

The Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Swinburne is described as the first degree of its kind in Victoria. It covers the causes of crime, the international dimensions of criminal justice, and technological advances impacting the sector, including predicting and detecting criminal behaviour and implementing effective criminal sanctions.

Is there real industry experience built into this degree?

Yes, Work Integrated Learning is guaranteed as part of all Swinburne bachelor degrees. In this degree, the unit Criminal Justice Industry Project (LAW30025) has students team up to work on a problems-based project briefed to them by an industry partner, helping build practical CV experience.

Can I combine this degree with another qualification?

Yes, Swinburne offers several double degree options combining Criminal Justice and Criminology with a second degree, including Criminal Justice and Criminology/Applied Innovation, Psychological Sciences/Criminal Justice and Criminology, and Laws/Criminal Justice and Criminology.

What are the 2026 tuition fees for this course?

For 2026, the yearly tuition fee for domestic students in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is approximately $17,399 AUD, with a total course fee of approximately $52,197 AUD. For international students, the indicative total fee is $36,940 AUD. A Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) of $373 AUD also applies.

Are there pathway options into this degree for students who don't meet the standard entry requirements?

Yes, students can apply through a pathway course. The Diploma of Arts and Communication (UniLink), completed in 8 months full-time, provides a maximum of 8 units of credit towards the Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology. Credit transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) are also available and assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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