Make a difference in the justice system.
Put the law into context with this double degree. You'll study a range of criminology courses to give you a good understanding of Australia's criminal justice system and what motivates criminal behaviour.
- 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.
- ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
- Only a full time option is available to international students studying on a Student visa.
- ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
- Only a full time option is available to international students studying on a Student visa.
Put the law into context with this double degree. You'll study a range of criminology courses to give you a good understanding of Australia's criminal justice system and what motivates criminal behaviour.
You'll also cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia and learn about social justice, ethics and law reform. Law Honours is available, usually without extending the time required to complete your degree.
In this program you will:
- Research answers to legal problems, prepare advice, present legal arguments, observe court proceedings, and take part in simulated court presentations in USC's Moot Court
- Understand legal institutions and processes, and examine fair and effective methods of crime prevention
- Have opportunities to further develop your skills by working with Legal Service clients under legal supervision in law professional practice, or undertake a legal internship.
- Learn how 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, international justice and more
- Have the chance to complete a professional placement in your final year
Career opportunities
This double degree will be valuable for those graduates who intend to practise in criminal law. A broad range of career opportunities exist for graduates, in areas such as legal research, law reform research and policy development, advocacy, political advising; corruption and white collar crime investigations, prosecutions and crime prevention.
Registration
The degree is an approved academic qualification for admission to the legal profession. Graduates must undertake a further period of practical legal training before being admitted as a legal practitioner.
Program structure
USC Law School courses
Introductory courses (5) 60 units
COR109 Calculus and Algebra
LAW101 Physics
LAW102 Mechanics of Materials
LAW103 Engineering Materials
LAW104 An Introduction to Geographic Information Science and Technology
Developing and Graduate courses (20) 240 units
14 required courses (168 units):
LAW201 Science Research Methods
LAW202 Introduction to Engineering Design
LAW203 Structural Engineering
LAW204 Soil Mechanics
LAW205 Numerical Analysis
LAW206 Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
LAW301 Engineering Project Management
LAW302 Construction Technology
LAW303 Fluids, Waves and Thermodynamics
LAW304 Engineering Research Methodology
LAW401 Engineering Project 1
LAW402 Design of Roads and Drainage
LAW403 Concrete Structures and Technology
LAW404 Introduction to Sustainable Energy Systems
PLUS select 6 elective courses (72 units) from:
Not all electives are offered every year. For a list of current Law elective courses click HERE.
LAW307 Engineering Project 2
LAW310 Engineering Sustainable Design
LAW311 Advanced Soil Mechanics
LAW312 Foundations of Australian Law A
LAW313 Foundations of Australian Law B
LAW315 Biodiversity and Ecology
LAW318 Science Research Methods
LAW405 Introduction to Environmental Management
LAW406 Criminal Law and Procedure A
LAW407 Torts A
LAW408 Foundations of Sustainability
LAW409 Criminal Law and Procedure B
LAW410 Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
LAW411 Torts B
LAW412 Environmental Health Risk Management
LAW414 Earth's Surface Processes
LAW415 Plant Diversity and Ecology
LAW416 Contracts A
LAW417 Property A
LAW418 Environmental Impact Assessment
LAW419 Globalisation, Development and Indigenous Peoples
LAW420 Contracts B
LAW421 Property B
The following 2 elective courses (24 units) are only available to students who have been accepted into honours in Law:
LAW440 Planning and Environmental Law
LAW441 Advancing Sustainability: Planet, People and Prosperity
Criminology courses
Introductory courses (6) 72 units
CRM101 Constitutional Law
CRM102 Equity & Trusts
CRM103 Corporations Law
CRM105 Civil Procedure
SCS101 Geographic Information Science and Technology
SCS110 Environmental Economics
Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units
CRM204 Integrated Environmental Management
CRM206 Administrative Law
CRM304 Professional Conduct
CRM308 Regulation
SCS225 Evidence
Elective courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 discipline elective courses (48 units) from:
CRM201 K'gari-Fraser Island Field Studies
CRM203 Special Field Studies Topic
JST202 Special Research Project
CRM302 Sustainability Project
CRM305 Workplace Learning I
CRM307 Communication and Thought ^
CRM309 Secondary Professional Learning 1: Transitioning into the Profession
CRM310 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
^CRM307 is a recommended course for students wishing to enrol in the Bachelor of Criminology and Justice (Honours) program.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 480
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 480 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.
- Semester offerings for Law elective courses are subject to change and are dependent on student demand. For more information on elective availability please contact your Program Coordinator
- Honours in Law available for high performing students