Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Online and timetabled Study online from anywhere, with live interactive classes that follow a set schedule—most sessions are recorded so you can watch them later. Study with Queensland's top-ranked university for criminology* and use your degree as a launch pad to join the fight for justice, contribute to a safer community and a better criminal justice system. Learn from experts and industry leaders who bring their hands-on experience to your study. Our strong international research reputation means you will be taught by academics who are recognised worldwide in their various fields. Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice Explore the causes of crime, how laws are made and broken, the impacts on victims, offenders and the justice system's response. Analyse crime with a focus on social justice, including the roles of police, courts and corrections. Draw on knowledge and insights from many fields of study including psychology, law, sociology, politics and social work. Study topics like criminal law, homicide, First Nations justice, fraud and cybercrime, and domestic and family violence. Learn how crime happens, ways it can be reduced and evidence-based strategies to keep communities safe. You'll also explore how research is used to measure impact and improve understanding. Develop practical skills in data analysis and visualisation to understand and interpret patterns and clearly present information. Industry connections to build your future Engage in a wide variety of work-integrated learning experiences to help tackle issues faced by local communities. Our industry connections fuel our unique learning experiences to give you practical insight into the workings of the criminal justice system, as well as the opportunity to work with agencies matched to your career aspirations. Experience matters Join one of the largest communities of criminologists in the world and access the best minds in the industry. We're internationally renowned for applied research that makes a difference and for close collaborations with practitioners and employers. That knowledge feeds into the most up-to-date study content, giving you the best skills for an employment edge. You'll develop career-ready skills and experience working on real projects, cumulating in a capstone course where you'll work with industry on a project relating to a current local community crime problem. You'll have the opportunity to apply for a professional placement experience throughout your degree and access one-on-one research mentoring by criminology experts through the Criminology Undergraduate Research Internship Program. *#1 in Queensland, Law and Criminology, 2024 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects Attendance information In this program you can choose the number of courses you enrol in per trimester and the order in which you will enrol in these courses in most cases. Almost all the courses in this program are delivered in a variety of ways and you can choose how you wish to undertake a course with only a very small number of courses limited to on-campus delivery. If you enrol in an on-campus offering of a course you will be required to attend 2-3 hours of classes per course per week throughout the trimester. If you enrol in an external offering of a course you will be provided course materials via Learning@Griffith. You will be required to use the internet or other electronic media during your enrolment in this course and access to a reliable computer with internet connection is required. There will be no requirement for on-campus attendance. If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). The recommended study load for international student in each compulsory trimester is 40CP. Managing Study Interruptions Leave of Absence Taking a leave of absence from this program is permitted, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure . Student story Thalia Doherty Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice Thalia chose Criminology and Criminal Justice to make a difference in society. “I wanted to contribute to making society safer.” Her studies at Griffith introduced her to various career paths and equipped Thalia with specialised knowledge in areas like criminal behaviour, justice systems and victimology. "This knowledge formed the foundation upon which I built my career." Professional Practice requirements Working with Children Check (Blue Card) Students in this program MAY BE REQUIRED to undergo the Working with Children Check and be issued with a Blue Card before they undertake work experience or placements in professional settings. Blue Card applications must be submitted online by the student via the Queensland Government Blue Card Services website. There is no fee for a student Blue Card.