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

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

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Interested in the psychology of crime? This double degree provides and 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

Career opportunities

Child safety officer

Community corrections officer

Crime victim support services

Criminal justice advocate

Criminal justice policy officer

Criminologist/crime researcher

Custodial corrections officer

Customs and border protection officer

Disability support officer

Human resource manager

Intelligence

Law enforcement

Probation and parole officer

Security/intelligence analyst

Youth support officer

Accreditation

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.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

Welcome to the University of the Sunshine Coast, UniSC for short. We’re a young, fresh university driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture are just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators. We may not be the biggest university, but we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, and producing award-winning alumni. Our first campus on the Sunshine Coast opened its doors in 1996. Today, we span five campuses across Southeast Queensland. Being a young university means you’re never going to be limited by stale traditions or phrases like “That’s the way we’ve always done it”. We prefer innovative thinking that moves everyone forward. Our students have ranked UniSC as one of the best universities in Australia for teaching quality for 17 consecutive years.*UniSC has 26 speciality areas including environmental sciences, nursing, medical and mental health sciences, biological sciences, engineering, technology, psychology, agriculture, human studies and communication.Together with our people, community and partners, we’re building a safe, sustainable, supportive, and fun learning environment, where lifelong friends are made, and opportunities are earned.*Good Universities Guide (GUG) 2023

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Welcome to the University of the Sunshine Coast, UniSC for short. We're a young, fresh university driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture are just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators. 

We may not be the biggest university, but we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, and producing award-winning alumni. 

Our first campus on the Sunshine Coast opened its doors in 1996. Today, we span five campuses across Southeast Queensland. Being a young university means you’re never going to be limited by stale traditions or phrases like “That’s the way we’ve always done it”. We prefer innovative thinking that moves everyone forward. 

Our students have ranked UniSC as one of the best universities in Australia for teaching quality for 17 consecutive years.*

UniSC has 26 speciality areas including environmental sciences, nursing, medical and mental health sciences, biological sciences, engineering, technology, psychology, agriculture, human studies and communication.

Together with our people, community and partners, we’re building a safe, sustainable, supportive, and fun learning environment, where lifelong friends are made, and opportunities are earned.

*Good Universities Guide (GUG) 2023

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