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Introduction to Criminal justice

Get inside the criminal mind. Explore the interplay between crime and society. Unpack white collar crime, youth justice and rehabilitation. Hone a sense of justice that will inspire a policing, corrections, security or crime prevention career.

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Griffith University

UndergraduateGRF-CCJ103

Law, Crime and Justice

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No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 26 Aug 2024

University of New England

UndergraduateUNE-CRIM101

The Criminal Justice System

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 24 Jun 2024

University of South Australia

UndergraduateUSA-JUST2013

Policing Investigations and Intelligence

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 01 Apr 2024, 16 Sep 2024

Curtin University

PostgraduateCUR-PSB560

Understanding Victims and Offenders

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 27 May 2024, 25 Nov 2024

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Griffith University

Qualified criminology practitioners are in demand nationally

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

100% online

3 years full time or part time equivalent

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Available majors

  • Criminal Justice,  
Edith Cowan University

Prepare for a fascinating career in the criminal justice system

Learn how to use psychology to understand criminal behaviour. Explore the theories of criminology and get to know the major institutions of criminal justice in Australia. Graduate ready for meaningful roles in justice, police, and human services.

100% online

3 years full time or part time equivalent

University of Southern Queensland
La Trobe University

UndergraduateLAT-ART-DEG

Bachelor of Arts

Pursue your passion and your profession

A flexible arts degree offering a large selection of humanities and social sciences majors. Mix it up with minors and electives in business, health, and science. Develop critical thinking, emotional intelligence, creativity, and communication skills.

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3 years full time or part time equivalent

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Available majors

  • Archaeological and Heritage Studies,  
  • Creative and Professional Writing,  
  • Crime, Justice and Legal Studies,  
  • Digital Media,  
  • English,  
  • Hindi Studies Beginners,  
  • History,  
  • Human Geography,  
  • Linguistics,  
  • Philosophy,  
  • Politics,  
  • Psychological Science,  
  • Sociology,  
  • Sustainability and Development,  
  • Visual Cultures,  

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