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Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

Understand the psychology of crime.

Designed to prepare you for a career in psychology and criminology, this double degree explores the psychological dimensions of crime and crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
088621K
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
4 years
Annual tuition fee 2019
A$24,200
Estimated total tuition fee *
A$96,800
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
  • Campus note: In addition to being able to study all courses at USC Sunshine Coast, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at USC Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at USC Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at USC Sunshine Coast. International students can study at USC Sunshine Coast only.
  • Subject to external accreditation for USC Moreton Bay campus offering.
Study locations QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 011231
  • Moreton Bay From 2021
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 16 Rank - 66
UniSC program code
AR364
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
4 years full time or equivalent part time
Fee type 2019
  • Commonwealth supported places
Total courses
32
Total units
384
Footnotes
  • Campus note: In addition to being able to study all courses at USC Sunshine Coast, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at USC Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at USC Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at USC Sunshine Coast. International students can study at USC Sunshine Coast only.
  • Subject to external accreditation for USC Moreton Bay campus offering.

Designed to prepare you for a career in psychology and criminology, this double degree explores the psychological dimensions of crime and crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.

You will learn from award-winning psychology staff and have the opportunity to participate in paid research assistant work in your second or third year of study. As a part of the Criminology component, you'll become prepared for real world challenges through guest lectures and opportunities for practical learning.

Earning two qualifications upon completion, graduates gain a competitive advantage in employment areas such as prisons and community correction and in offender management programs. There is also greater scope for employment in organisations in addressing issues such as integrity testing and workplace misconduct prevention.

This course is designed to meet the national accreditation requirements adopted by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). You can complete further study to become a registered psychologist, clinical psychologist or pursue an academic career.

Career opportunities

Employment destinations include crime and justice research and policy work; counselling / support work; human resource management; youth support; disabilities support; policing (state, federal, specialist); security practice and management; safety; intelligence; customs and border protection; child protection; crime victim support services; community conferencing; consumer protection; ombudsman and anti-corruption agencies; regulatory investigations, and many others.

 

Program structure

Psychology courses

Introductory courses (4) 48 units

COR109
PSY100
PSY101
PSY102 Introduction to Applied Mathematics

Developing and Graduate courses (14) 168 units

PSY200 Introductory Calculus
PSY201 Plant Diversity and Ecology
PSY202 Terrestrial Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology
PSY203 Molecular Biology
PSY204 Microbiology
PSY205 Biochemistry
PSY300 Molecular Biology
PSY301 Microbiology
PSY302 Biotechnology: Research to Product
PSY303 Organic Chemistry
PSY304 Inorganic Chemistry
PSY305 Physical Chemistry
PSY306 Biochemistry
PSY307 Invertebrate Biology and Ecology

Criminology courses

Introductory courses (6) 72 units

CRM101 Plant Diversity and Ecology
CRM102 Understanding Crime
CRM103 Punishment and Corrections
CRM105 Policing
JST101 Justice and the Australian Legal System
SCS110 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology

Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units

CRM202
CRM204 Applied Crime Prevention
CRM301
CRM304 Professional Ethics and Integrity Management
LGL201

Elective courses (3) 36 units

Select 3 elective courses (36 units) from the undergraduate elective course options.

Suggested electives include:

CRM201 Criminal Profiling & Intelligence
JST202 International Justice and Human Rights
CRM203 Homicide, Investigations & Forensic Science
CRM302 Youth Justice & Restorative Justice
CRM303
CRM305 Professional Placement
CRM307 Crime Research Methods
SCS225 Social Research
SWK286 Disability: Culture, Community and Change
SCS295

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 384

Program requirements and notes

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.