BA and Bachelor of Art History and Curating - Criminology in Clayton Australia | Monash University

This dynamic dual degree program serves as your gateway to an international career in creative and cultural arts. Situated alongside the prestigious Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA), you'll collaborate with Australia's leading artists, theorists, and cultural experts. Our Bachelor of Arts offers 40 specialized study areas spanning languages, social sciences, communications, political science, human rights, and international relations, allowing you to cultivate deep expertise in your chosen disciplines. The program culminates in two distinct degrees: either a Bachelor of Art History and Curating or a combined Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Arts. This dual qualification prepares you for diverse career paths in both fields, whether pursued independently or combined. The Art History and Curating specialization fosters artistic appreciation through historical context while providing practical experience in exhibition development and professional curatorial internships. Career opportunities include: art historian, curator, contemporary artist, arts administrator, journalist, writer, studio manager, filmmaker, gallery professional, creative entrepreneur, digital artist, UX designer, media producer, political analyst, human rights advocate, and linguistics specialist.

Criminology explores crime patterns and societal responses through multiple lenses. This discipline analyzes criminal behavior across individuals, groups, corporations, and governments, examining both local and transnational contexts. The field encompasses policing systems, legal frameworks, penal institutions, and alternative justice mechanisms. Monash's criminology program maintains global recognition for its transnational perspective, addressing systemic harms including state-sponsored violence, wartime atrocities, and transitional justice challenges. Our researchers pioneer innovative approaches to pressing criminal justice issues that affect populations worldwide. The curriculum examines core themes through contemporary case studies including: gender-based violence, human trafficking, homicide legislation, organized crime, correctional systems, corporate misconduct, counterterrorism, border security, and criminal justice reform. Students develop critical analytical skills through diverse methodological approaches, preparing them to address complex criminological challenges with innovative solutions.