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Griffith University’s Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, offered through Open Universities Australia, is a broad-based social science degree examining crime, the criminal justice system and related social issues. All the specialised knowledge and skills necessary for a career in the highly demanding criminal justice system are taught in this degree. This degree focuses on the causes of crime and society&#39;s response to crime. It will give you a well-rounded perspective on the various arms of the justice system and the relationships between them. You will graduate with a professional qualification in the field of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

Examine crime and its causes, society’s response and related social issues. Qualify for a career in the demanding criminal justice system in policing, corrections, security, regulatory law enforcement, crime prevention and customs

Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

The goal of the criminology programme is to equip students with the skills and opportunities to cultivate a critical comprehension of crime and injustice. This education will empower them to think innovatively and ethically when addressing the persistent challenges of crime, deviance, and harm, whether they choose to pursue further education, engage in research, or enter the workforce. As a rich, inter-disciplinary subject weaving together disciplines of across the social sciences, law and Indigenous studies, criminology examines social and cultural dimensions of crime, deviance and injustice to present an advanced understanding that challenges the commonly held assumptions regarding the causes, consequences, and approaches to crime control. Students will learn about key institutions of criminal justice, including the police, prisons and punishment, analysing their differing impact on communities and be introduced to alternative models of punishment and crime control. Key concerns include historical understandings of crime, the enduring relationship between inequality, how crime intersects with topics such as race, gender, Indigeneity, age and sexuality as well as criminological responses to contemporary challenges, including climate security, terrorism, cyber-crime and security.

Study crime, justice and inequality in today’s world. You’ll build skills in research, analysis, and policy to advocate for change. Explore police, prisons, and punishment. Graduate ready for roles in law enforcement, support services, and intelligence.

Bachelor of Criminology

Create innovative solutions to social issues and build a safer community with La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Criminology.Understand crime in its broader social context and how our responses are shaped by gender, race, power and money. Address real-world problems while gaining a deeper understanding of issues such as family violence, international crime, youth justice, imprisonment and deaths in custody.By studying La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Criminology, you will:<ul><li>investigate the complex causes of crime, principles of crime prevention and policy, and how social factors intersect with our criminal justice system</li><li>explore the role of courts, police, prisons and how deviance and crime are understood by different parts of society</li><li>learn how to critically analyse the Australian legal system in its historical, ethical, economic and social context</li><li>understand international crimes like genocide and crimes against humanity, and how they differ from domestic crimes</li><li>enhance your graduate job potential by undertaking electives in case management or an industry internship, including on-the-job opportunities at organisations like the Victims of Crime Tribunal</li><li>have the flexibility to study online, on campus or a mix of both</li><li>build the foundations to transfer with credit into our Bachelor of Laws (Honours) or our range of double law degrees.</li></ul>

Explore crime, harm, and justice. Get to know the Australian legal system. You’ll unpack critical issues in criminology and examine research. Get ready for roles in policing, corrections, intelligence, and more. Includes on-the-job opportunities.

Explore the close connections between crime and the human mind and its effects on behaviour with La Trobe&#39;s multidisciplinary Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science.Understand crime in its broader social context and how individual and social responses are shaped by gender, race, power and money. Establish a grounding in psychology, exploring theories on individuals, groups and whole societies. Learn how experiences and incentives impact behaviour and how this knowledge can be applied to key issues in criminal justice.By completing La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science, you will:<ul><li>investigate the complex causes of crime, principles of crime prevention and policy, and how social factors intersect with our criminal justice system</li><li>explore the role of courts, police, prisons and how deviance and crime are understood by different parts of society</li><li>develop valuable expertise in cognitive, developmental, social, abnormal, clinical and health psychology</li><li>get on-the-job experience with work placement opportunities at organisations like the Victims of Crime Tribunal</li><li>have the flexibility to study online, on campus or a mix of both</li><li>graduate ready to apply for membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the prerequisites to apply for Honours in psychology, with potential to pursue postgraduate study and registration as a psychologist.</li></ul>

Explore the dynamic partnership of psychology and criminology. With a grounding in psychology, you’ll be prepped to unpack why groups and individuals commit offending behaviours. Get ready for careers in justice, advocacy, forensics, and policy.

Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science

Study crime and justice from every angle. Explore why crime happens, how society responds, and what policies apply. Graduate ready for careers including policing and corrections. Fit learning around your life with this 100% online, on-demand degree.

Postgraduate studies in criminology and criminal justice provide a pathway to professional advancement for those working in these fields. The degrees are designed to provide an overview of criminological theory and research, the workings of the criminal justice system and allied organisations, insight into key policy debates and an understanding of research methods.
The degrees introduce social and psychological explanations of crime, as well as contemporary debates in criminological theory. Beyond the core elements of the degree in policing, community development, crime prevention, law and behaviour and social science research methods you will have the opportunity to study electives from criminal justice, research practice, policing, corrections and crime prevention.

Gain an overview of the theory, research methodology, and the workings of the criminal justice system. Study crime analysis, mapping, intelligence, forensic mental health, prevention, and law and behaviour to work in criminal justice fields.

Graduate Certificate in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Deepen your knowledge of the justice system and gain insight into key policy debates and contemporary research methods. Graduates find roles in criminal justice related fields such as crime prevention, community health and local government.

Master of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Take the first step towards a career in criminal justiceThe Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology is a pathway qualification into working in the field of law. Ideal for those considering a career in criminal law, this course provides an introduction to fundamental concepts of criminology. In this short, four-unit course, students will develop an understanding of the major theoretical models of crime and the construction of the Australian legal system. They will also learn about the procedures the legal system uses to respond to criminal offences.This undergraduate certificate is composed of four units, typically requiring six months full-time study to complete.Students who complete this undergraduate certificate and meet the minimum grade requirement will gain entry into the Bachelor of Laws. Completed units will be credited to the Bachelor of Laws or an alternate degree if preferred.

Explore core concepts in criminal law and unpack the Australian legal system. In just 6 months, you’ll cover basic legal theory, aspects of crime, and law procedure. Gain credit for your studies and think about a future in criminal justice.

Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology

This double degree will prepare you for diverse career opportunities across technology and justice. Acquire sought-after skills that will enable you to develop and implement cyber security solutions targeting crime disruption and prevention. Learn how to identify and analyse emerging cyber threats, complete risk and vulnerability assessments, understand the fundamentals of programming and networking and simultaneously gain comprehensive knowledge of crime trends, criminal law, policing, investigation, forensic psychology and the drivers of crime and how it can be prevented. ﻿

Bachelor of Cyber Security/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

The Bachelor of Criminology at UNE is an inter-disciplinary degree that draws upon areas of study such as criminology, forensic science, law and criminal justice, and the sociology of deviance. Students are able to specialise in a particular major while still choosing a number of core and additional listed subjects that examine criminal law and procedures, policing, punishment, prisons, forensic science, theories of crime, rural crime and juvenile delinquency. The degree also offers students the opportunity to undertake training in research methods, apply theory to practice and investigate geographical differences and inequities within criminal justice in Australia. The degree provides hands-on experience within the criminal justice system through CRIM312 and also through our WorkReady program. Graduates of a Bachelor of Criminology can seek employment in a wide-range of sectors, including: border control, correctional facilities, crime prevention agencies, government and policy agencies, intelligence and security, juvenile justice, police service and welfare.Graduating students have the subject of their major specialisation within the degree appear on their testamur e.g. Bachelor of Criminology (Crime, Justice and Society) or Bachelor of Criminology (Crime Science).The Bachelor of Criminology is concerned with understanding social constructions of crime and criminality. It provides graduates with a unique opportunity to develop both theoretical and practical skills and an understanding of criminology within a local and international context.

Intrigued by crime shows and podcasts? Carve your future in the field with an inter-disciplinary degree. Cover criminology, forensic science, criminal justice and what leads people to commit crimes. Get hands-on experience in the justice system.

Crime and Mental Health

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Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice

Fundamentals in Forensic Science

Risk Assessment and Management in Forensic Mental Health

Crime and Criminal Justice

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Psychological Contributions to Understanding Crime

Writing Crime and Contemporary Romance

Crime and Socio-Legal Research

The aim of this course is to introduce you socio-legal approaches to understanding law and its regulation of and response to social problems.In this course you will examines how the law regulates and responds to some of the most complex problems in contemporary society. It offers an overview of how law is made and changed in response to social problems across time and place. The course positions current issues that present challenging legal, moral, and ethical questions within their historical context to examine the role of law in society and the connections between law, politics, and socio-economic variables.Adelaide University&#39;s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to up-skill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. This is a first-year course from Adelaide University&#39;s Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice.Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

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