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Criminology courses

Explore crime, the justice system and the fascinating psychology behind criminal behaviour

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Introduction to Criminology

In studying a degree in criminology, you'll break down the complex issues that affect the criminal justice system, and probe the role of policing, corrections and reform programs.

Explore contemporary issues in criminology and criminal justice including youth justice, cybercrime, victimology and policing. Apply your knowledge of prevention theories, techniques and crime reduction programs to real world issues, situations and cases. Learn how to quick analyse and synthesise information. Understand how to communicate with people involved in the criminal justice system from victims through to law enforcement officials.

Build on your criminology major and work towards a career safeguarding the public or investigating crime.

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criminology-and-criminal-justice-student-carmen-wells — Carmen studied a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice with Griffith University, through Open Universities Australia

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Online criminology subjects and short courses

PostgraduateCUR-PSB530

Crime and Mental Health

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 27 Nov 2023, 27 May 2024, 25 Nov 2024

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UndergraduateUNE-CRIM101

The Criminal Justice System

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 24 Jun 2024, 21 Oct 2024

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UndergraduateGRF-CCJ109

Doing Criminology

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 27 Nov 2023, 27 May 2024, 25 Nov 2024

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UndergraduateUSA-LAWS2036

Criminology and Public Policy

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

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Online criminology degrees

UndergraduateGRF-CCJ-DEG

Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

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,

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UndergraduateECU-PCJ-DEG

Bachelor of Psychology, Criminology and Justice

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

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UndergraduateUNE-CRM-DEG

Bachelor of Criminology

Get hands-on with criminology

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.

Online & on-campus

3 years full time or part time equivalent

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Available majors

Criminal Justice Major,
Justice and Indigenous People Major,
Justice Politics and Society Major,
Policing and Corrections Major,

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UndergraduateUSC-CRJ-DEG

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

Examine crime and crime prevention

Get to know Australia’s criminal justice system. You’ll study crime, punishment, corrections, and policing. Take a look at crime through a social lens and explore human behaviour. Electives include cyber crime, human rights, and professional placement.

100% online

3 years full time or part time equivalent

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Discover 106 ways to study criminology with leading Australian universities.

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Criminology study FAQs

There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.
- You can enrol without entry requirements
  We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.
- You have total control over how you study
  Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.
- You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student
  Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.
- We’ll help you navigate the university world
  Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Criminology highlights

Develop strong research, analytical and communication skills.
Analyse and explain real world criminology issues.
Develop and formulate innovative criminology policies.

Criminology specialisations

Understand how to communicate with stakeholders within the justice system.
Develop strategies to work with young people, victims of crime and offenders.
Hone your research principles and methods to find what you need quickly.

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