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Gain fresh insights into criminal behavior through Deakin's Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science, where you'll examine the connections between social justice, rehabilitation, and criminal motivations. This dual degree program lets you pursue two academic passions simultaneously, equipping you with two valuable qualifications and diverse career pathways. The psychology component is professionally accredited, preparing you for immediate employment or further study toward becoming a registered psychologist.
Your education combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, covering everything from forensic psychology methods to criminal justice systems. In your final year, you'll complete a professional psychology placement, applying your skills in real-world scenarios under expert supervision to prepare for your future career.
Recent secondary education students
Current Year 12 students (2024)*
Year 12 graduates (2023 and 2022)*
* Includes Victorian, interstate, International Baccalaureate (IB) and New Zealand school leavers.
To be considered for an undergraduate course, you need to meet Deakin’s entry and course-specific requirements, as well as the English language minimum prerequisites.
Non-Year 12 applicants with:
higher education study
Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
work and life experience Or
completed Year 12 in 2021 or earlier.
Completion of one of the following:
2 credit points in an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree
certificate IV or higher in a related discipline
a diploma or higher in any discipline
at least 50% completion of a diploma or higher in a related discipline relevant work and life experience.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: Overall 6.5 No band less than 6
TOEFL IBT: 79 Writing 21
TOEFL PBT: 577 Writing 4.5
C1 ADVANCED and C2 PROFICIENCY: 176 No band less than 169
PTE: 58 No less than 50 in each skill
OET: Overall C+
DUELI EAP PROGRAM: EAP 4 (60%)