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The Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice with a specialization in History equips you for professional roles in criminology and justice while emphasizing historical perspectives. You'll acquire comprehensive knowledge of Australia's legal system, crime prevention, rehabilitation systems, and current justice challenges, while examining historical contexts that shape modern practices. The program cultivates valuable research, analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities that apply across multiple sectors. Taught by leading criminology and history specialists, you'll gain both wide-ranging and specialized expertise. A customizable internship during your final year enhances practical skills and ensures workplace preparedness. This qualification opens doors to diverse career paths in criminology, legal services, and social advocacy fields.
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
Secondary education (Year 12)
Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
Higher education study
Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.