Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Justice and Legal Studies
Award abbreviation: BJustice&LegalStud
QTAC code: 011181
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: AR322
CRICOS code: 059490A. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Developed in consultation with Queensland Police Service
- Opportunities for interaction with regional professional bodies
- Recognised pathway into policing, security, paralegal or corrections careers
Gain insight into social problems that relate to law, justice and crime, and examine the social impact of the criminal justice system.
This program combines key elements of studies in criminology, social justice and law to produce graduates who can work in a broad range of justice-related fields. You develop an understanding of legal institutions and processes, and theoretical and problem-solving approaches to current socio-legal issues. Analytical skills are grounded in an appreciation of relevant ethical issues. Courses explore issues in crime and justice, policies of crime prevention, as well as issues in policing and criminal law. You also examine select areas of substantive law through a minor in legal studies.
Career opportunities
Police and corrective services, court system, advocacy, legal administration, community legal services, policy development, paralegal.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 18 required courses and 6 electives.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses including core courses.
- Complete no more than 6 courses from the Faculty of Business or Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
- Register your selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- The electives can be used to complete an additional minor.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Year 1
Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 core courses - ONE in your first Semester and ONE in your second Semester
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Communication and Thought | |||
| COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability |
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| INT140 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic? | |||
| JST101 Justice and the Australian Legal System | |||
| JST102 Foundations of Criminology | |||
| SCS110 Introduction to Sociology: Society, Culture and Change |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
Year 2
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS103 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| CMN213 Editing for the Communications Professional | |||
| CMN228 The Writer and the Law | |||
| JST201 Policies of Crime Prevention | |||
| JST202 International Justice and Human Rights | |||
| LGL201 Criminal Law: An Introduction |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
Year 3
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HRM221 Employment and Industrial Law | |||
| JST203 Issues in Crime and Criminal Justice | |||
| JST205 The Administration of Justice: Issues in Policing | |||
| LGL202 Family Law: Legal Frameworks and Issues | |||
| SCS211 Green Justice: Environment and Social Issues | |||
| SCS235 Social Justice, Welfare and the State |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
TOTAL UNITS 288
The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.
Enquiries
How to apply
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259
Program Leader
Anna Bishop
Tel: +61 7 5459 4804
Email: abishop@usc.edu.au