Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Griffith University's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice is one of the largest and fastest-growing communities of criminology and criminal justice scholars in the world. In this specialized degree, you will learn about the causes of crime and society's response through the justice system to address them. Criminology draws on insights from many fields of study, including psychology, law, sociology, politics, and social work. In your first year, you will gain a broad understanding of these areas.

You will also learn about trends in crime in Australia and overseas, studying courses about police, courts and criminal law, forensic psychology, and homicide, and you will hear from academic and professional experts about how crime can be prevented and reduced. In your second and third years, you will have the flexibility to specialize with elective courses in areas such as policing, working with offenders and victims, youth justice, and crime analysis and prevention. You can also choose some non-criminology electives, for example in languages, journalism, and international relations.

This degree also offers opportunities to study abroad and receive credit for your degree. In your final year, you will have the option to complete a professional placement and gain practical justice-related experience. Our professional practice course gives you an insight into the criminal justice profession through working in an agency that matched your interests. Industry partners include agencies in policing, communities, health, justice, security, and corrections. You will develop real skills and experience working on real projects. As an international student, you will receive dedicated support from your arrival in Australia through to your departure after graduation. You will be introduced to Griffith through an orientation program, and receive ongoing social, personal, and academic support throughout your degree.