Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice majoring in Social Research and Policy Analysis

Our Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice equips you to think critically about crime and the criminal justice sector. You’ll be empowered to actively contribute to key discussions on criminal behaviour and societal response. You’ll develop an understanding on the complex causes and nature of crime, it’s impact on society and strategies for intervention. In your Social Research and Policy Analysis major, strengthen your skills and understanding of applied social research methods, data analytics, policy development and evaluation. You’ll explore diverse methodologies in policy design and evaluation alongside conceptual frameworks. You won’t just learn how to analyse the problem, but how change it. Explore the social and behavioural science of criminology. Examine contemporary criminal justice issues in Australia. Be informed by the latest thinking and most up-to-date developments in criminology and criminal justice. Study the key principles of criminal law and procedures including criminal responsibility, defences, bail and evidence and the links to policing, punishment and victimisation.

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.Secondary education (Year 12)Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).Vocational Education and Training (VET)Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.Higher education studySuccessful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.ATAR - 75IB- 26