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Learning Mode
Undergraduate
Qualification
3 years full-time
Duration
Mar, Jul, Nov
Start Dates
24
Units
$2,124*
Fees Per Unit
During your Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology, you will learn to demystify the criminal mind, assist victims and navigate the Australian legal system. Your units will cover different causes of crime and the how society – through the police, courts, corrections systems and victims support services – responds to crime.
Your course will examine local and global criminality, traditional approaches and responses to crime, as well as emerging trends and practices. It focuses on technological and other scientific advances that impact the criminal justice sector. These include an emphasis on predicting the commission of crime, detecting and stopping criminal behaviour and implementing effective and efficient criminal sanctions.
Our graduates work in the areas of law enforcement, corrections, offender rehabilitation, victim support and government policy development.
‘The benefit of studying online with Swinburne Online has allowed me to schedule my time efficiently and effectively around [my life]. I have been provided with a world-class education led by industry leaders and professionals.’
Kate, Swinburne Online graduate
As a Criminologist, you’ll have a strong future ahead of you, with a 18.9% increase expected in the next five years.
Our Law courses have ranked in the Top 250 by THE World Universities Rankings for 2025.
Our Law courses have ranked in the Top 250 by THE World Universities Rankings for 2025.
To be awarded the Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology you must complete 24 units in total made up of:
Your learning will focus on technology and innovation within the criminal justice system. Your units will centre on understanding the different nuances of crime and how to adapt to new artificial intelligence technologies. For example, ‘Technological Advances in Dealing with Crime’ will introduce you to issues that emerge with sentencing as a result of artificial intelligence.
Studying law with Swinburne Online is a unique opportunity. Our courses are at the forefront of industry and provide you with the practical skills to success come graduation. View all units in your bachelor’s degree.
Each year is split into 3 Teaching Periods (14 weeks per Teaching Period). You can choose to study full-time or part-time depending on your preference.
These are foundational units in major law study areas:
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Applicants are required to meet the following minimum academic requirements:
VCE Pre-requisites
Applicants are required to meet the following minimum academic requirements:
VCE Pre-requisites
*Note: Unit fees may change each year.
There are several ways to help manage your course fees:
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for financial support.
There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.
Scholarships are available for both new and current students.
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Credit for prior study:
Services & amenities fee:
For more details on scholarships and financial support, visit the Swinburne website or speak with a Course Consultant!
Let’s take a look at the wide range of roles you can pursue with a Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology (average annual salaries via SEEK):
Analyse crime data, understand its causes, and develop strategies to address it, often working in research, policy development, or with law enforcement and community organizations.
Analyse crime data, understand its causes, and develop strategies to address it, often working in research, policy development, or with law enforcement and community organizations.
Ensure the security of inmates and staff inside prisons, help to supervise activities and play a key role in maintaining safety.
Ensure the security of inmates and staff inside prisons, help to supervise activities and play a key role in maintaining safety.
Provide expert advice to government officials, organizations, or businesses on developing, implementing, and evaluating policies. Also analyse complex issues, research potential solutions, and recommend policy options to decision-makers.
Provide expert advice to government officials, organizations, or businesses on developing, implementing, and evaluating policies. Also analyse complex issues, research potential solutions, and recommend policy options to decision-makers.
Maintain public order, enforcing laws, and protecting the community. Police officers also patrol public areas, respond to emergency calls, investigate incidents, and arrest offenders. They also play a crucial role in traffic management, accident investigation, and providing support to crime victims.
Maintain public order, enforcing laws, and protecting the community. Police officers also patrol public areas, respond to emergency calls, investigate incidents, and arrest offenders. They also play a crucial role in traffic management, accident investigation, and providing support to crime victims.
Assess and advise on security needs for various clients, including corporations and government agencies. They develop and implement security strategies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure clients are prepared to address potential threats.
Assess and advise on security needs for various clients, including corporations and government agencies. They develop and implement security strategies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure clients are prepared to address potential threats.
Be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of Australia's borders. CBP Officers work at air and seaports, mail and cargo centers, and remote locations to inspect travelers, goods, and cargo for illegal items, prohibited substances, and to ensure compliance with customs and immigration laws.
Be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of Australia's borders. CBP Officers work at air and seaports, mail and cargo centers, and remote locations to inspect travelers, goods, and cargo for illegal items, prohibited substances, and to ensure compliance with customs and immigration laws.
The practical applications of crime prediction and detection techniques learned during this bachelor’s degree range from proactive policing and efficient resource management to enhanced forensic investigations and real-time crime monitoring.
Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.
Canvas is where all your classwork will take place. You’ll experience engaging lectures, tackle assignments, and connect with others on lively discussion boards. All within an easy-to-use platform. Stay on top of your progress, plan your studies with ease, and set your own pace — whether you want to fast-track your degree with up to 12 units a year or take it slow with part-time study. It’s all about balancing your studies with the rest of your life!
We’re there for you each step of the way. Our dedicated Student Advisors are your go-to guides. They’ll help you through your enrolment, course planning, technical support and other questions you might have.
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