Bachelor of Criminology
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Bachelor of Criminology
The Bachelor of Criminology examines contemporary issues that are critical for maintaining safety and justice within communities. This degree will step you through causes and responses to crime, innovative ways to approach crime issues, how to research and advocate for crime solutions, and give you the opportunity to learn about…
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The Bachelor of Criminology examines contemporary issues that are critical for maintaining safety and justice within communities. This degree will step you through causes and responses to crime, innovative ways to approach crime issues, how to research and advocate for crime solutions, and give you the opportunity to learn about specialist areas like youth crime and justice and gender-based violence.
You will learn from passionate experts in the Criminology, Justice & Social Policy team, as well as leaders in health and social sciences at UOW. Our academic staff are active researchers and experienced teachers who have strong connections to government and community organisations.
Our subjects use real-world case studies to develop skills for your future career while our flexible learning strategies help you to balance your studies with other commitments. Alongside your degree you can also choose a complementary major in human services or legal studies.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Criminology pursue careers in victim support and advocacy, youth justice, criminal justice agencies, social research or policy and more.
Career opportunities: Barrister; Commercial Lawyer; Criminal Defence Lawyer; Diplomat; Environmental Lawyer; Government Lawyer; In-House Legal Adviser; Intellectual Property Lawyer; Legal Consultant; Magistrate; Media Lawyer; Policy Adviser; Politician; Prosecutor; Research Officer; Solicitor in Private Practice or a Community Legal Centre
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading Australian university with an international reputation for academic excellence. It is consistently ranked among the top Australian universities for the quality of its teaching and research. The University offers a wide range of degree programs across all levels of study – undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research: Engineering and IT, Health Sciences and Medicine; Business and Commerce Applied and Natural Sciences; Arts, Communications and Creative Arts; Law and Education.
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading Australian university with an international reputation for academic excellence. It is consistently ranked among the top Australian universities for the quality of its teaching and research. The University offers a wide range of degree programs across all levels of study - undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research: Engineering and IT, Health Sciences and Medicine; Business and Commerce Applied and Natural Sciences; Arts, Communications and Creative Arts; Law and Education.