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Course Overview
The Bachelor of Criminology, Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is a dual qualification bachelor honours degree offered by Adelaide University, covering fields of Criminology and Law. The program is delivered in English over 234 weeks and is available at the Adelaide City Campus in South Australia.
This degree prepares you for rewarding careers influencing systems and improving lives.
Gain a deep understanding of the law – and how and why laws change over time. Research past decisions to understand precedent and learn to analyse and interpret laws, regulations and court rulings.
Harness your problem-solving skills to navigate legal matters and advocate for the rights of your clients.
Through your studies in criminology and criminal justice, you’ll uncover the complex causes and nature of crime and its impact on society. Examine the way we respond to crime and consider strategies for intervention.
In just five years, you’ll earn a double degree and an Honours qualification, allowing you to pursue careers in the legal and corporate sectors, government, law enforcement, corrections services and more*.
*To be admitted to legal practice, you’ll need to fulfil the practical requirements for admission, which includes completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
Where You Can Study
Adelaide
Mawson Lakes Boulevard, Mawson Lakes, SA 5095
Eligibility
Secondary education (Year 12)
Higher education study
In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
Career & Study Pathways
Arbitrator/mediator Human rights advocate In-house counsel Judge’s associate Law clerk Paralegal Criminologist Criminal investigator Intelligence analyst Solicitor* Barrister*.
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Legal Practitioners Education and Admission Council (SA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
State Legal Admission Authority
Course Content
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Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is AU$247,138, which includes tuition fees of AU$247,050 and non-tuition fees of AU$88.
The course has a duration of 234 weeks, as listed in the CRICOS registry for this program at Adelaide University.
Yes, this is a dual qualification program. It covers two fields of education: Criminology (under Society and Culture) and Law (also under Society and Culture), leading to a Bachelor Honours Degree.
The course is offered at Adelaide University's Adelaide City Campus, which is a location owned and operated by the provider (CRICOS Provider Code: 04249J) in Adelaide, South Australia.
To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must be registered, be a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD), have a duration of 92 weeks or greater, have a narrow Field of Education aligning with the Skills Level 1 priority list, and not fall under the 08 - Management and Commerce broad Field of Education. This course is a Bachelor Honours Degree of 234 weeks duration, so it may meet several of these criteria, but eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.
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