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
Final intake Semester 2, 2022. Please refer to Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice from Semester 1, 2023.
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 UniSC 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 Biomechanics II
PSY101 Exercise Physiology II
PSY102 Professional Placement in Sport and Exercise Science
Developing and Graduate courses (14) 168 units
PSY200 Advanced Coaching Science
PSY201 Education Research an Introduction
PSY202 Second Language Acquisition and Learning
PSY203 Second Language Teaching Methodologies
PSY204 Professional Learning
PSY205 Curriculum Development and Evaluation
PSY300 Pedagogies for Engagement
PSY301 Contemporary Issues in Education
PSY302 Research Methods in Education
PSY303 Designing an Education Research Proposal
PSY304 Interlanguage Phonology
PSY305 Language, Culture and Second Language Learning
PSY306 Professional Learning
PSY307 Curriculum Development and Evaluation
Criminology courses
Introductory courses (6) 72 units
CRM101 Leadership for Learning Communities
CRM102 Assessment: Principles and Practices
CRM103 Research Methods in Education
CRM105 Professional Education Project
JST101 Professional Education Project
SCS110 Communicating Education Project Outcomes
Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units
CRM204 Innovation Management and Professional Development
CRM205 Managing Across Global Cultures
CRM206 International Trade and Finance
CRM304 Economics for Managers
CRM308 Global Business Management
Elective courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 discipline elective courses (48 units) from:
CRM201 Marketing in a Global Environment
JST202 Innovation Management and Professional Development
CRM203 Managing Across Global Cultures
CRM302 Marketing in a Global Environment
CRM305 Economics for Managers
CRM307 Global Business Management
CRM309 International Trade and Finance
CRM310 Communication and Thought
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