Bachelor of Criminology / BA in Psychology in Murdoch Australia | Murdoch University

Pursuing a dual degree in Criminology and Psychology allows you to investigate criminal conduct, interpersonal dynamics, and mental processes. Analyze criminal activity through multiple lenses - incorporating legal, sociological, and psychological viewpoints - while developing strategies to mitigate unlawful acts and support both affected parties and perpetrators within the justice framework. Investigate cognitive functions, motivations behind criminal acts, and rehabilitation approaches. Specialization options include Legal Studies, Criminal Behavior Patterns, Crime Science, or Corporate and White-Collar Crime. By pairing your criminology studies with a Psychology BA, you'll deepen your understanding of social and developmental psychology, including coursework on Family Dynamics and Social Growth. You'll engage with cutting-edge research and real-world implementations to understand human self-perception.

Three advantages of Murdoch's Criminology-Psychology dual degree: Establish professional connections through our Law, Psychology, and Criminology departments, leveraging our robust relationships with WA's legal, psychological, and corporate sectors. Select from unique specialization areas, including Murdoch-exclusive options like Crime Science and Corporate/White-Collar Crime. Recognized with five stars and ranked as WA's top institution for psychology skill development by the 2024 Good Universities Guide.