Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) / Criminology and Justice
Interested in the psychology of crime? This double degree provides an in-depth understanding of the motivations and consequences of criminal behaviour, as well as crime-related applications of psychology. Examine professional practices of psychology and develop an understanding of the science of psychological research.
In this program you will:
- Learn about human behaviour, including cognitive, social, perceptual, physiological, intercultural, and abnormal psychologies
- Understand legal institutions and processes, and examine fair and effective methods of crime prevention
- Learn to research crime-related issues and develop problem solving skills
- Choose from specialist courses in criminal profiling and intelligence, youth justice and restorative justice, homicide and forensic science, and more
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
First and second-year courses available at USC Moreton Bay.
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 32
- Total units
- 384
- Duration
- 4 years 4 years
- CRICOS code
- 088621K
- UniSC program code
- AR364
Psychology courses
Introductory courses (3) 36 units
PSY100 Teaching Technologies: Curriculum and Pedagogy
PSY101 Diversity and Inclusion
PSY102 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Teaching and Learning
Developing and Graduate courses (14) 168 units
PSY200 Using Data for Learning
PSY201 Teacher as Researcher
PSY202 Professional Experience: The Professional Teacher
PSY203 Quality Teaching and Learning
PSY204 Professional Experience: Orientation to the Profession
PSY205 Professional Experience: Individual Learner Needs
PSY300 Communication and Thought
PSY301 Creativity and Communication
PSY302 Visual Literacy: Design Principles and Practice
PSY303 Ways of Seeing: Understanding Images
PSY304 Digital Photographic Practice
PSY305 Visual Worlds: An Introduction to Art and Design History
PSY306 Introduction to Design
PSY307 Typography
Criminology courses
Introductory courses (6) 72 units
CRM101 Editing for the Communications Professional
CRM102 Graphic Design A
CRM103 Graphic Design B
CRM105 Graphic Design C
JST101 Graphic Design D
SCS110 Graphic Design E - Internship/Professional Project
Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units
CRM204 Graphic Design F - Professional Portfolio
CRM205 e-Media A
CRM206 e-Media B
CRM304 e-Media C
CRM308 e-Media D
Elective courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 discipline elective courses (48 units) from:
CRM201 e-media E - Internship/Professional Project
JST202 e-Media F - Professional Portfolio
CRM203 3D Design A
CRM302 3D Design B
CRM305 3D Design C
CRM307 3D Design D
CRM309 3D Design E - Internship/Professional Project
CRM310 3D Design F - Professional Portfolio
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 55.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 55.00 |
- Recommended prior study
- Completion of Year 12 or equivalent; English (Units 3 and 4, C)
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- 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 Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider.
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$12,146
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$25,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$101,600