Murdoch,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Psychology / Bachelor of Criminology - Criminal Behaviour in Murdoch Australia | Murdoch University
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Murdoch Australia
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Qualification
Dual Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
39,240
(c. USD27,692.37)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Earning a dual degree in Criminology and Psychology allows you to investigate criminal actions, interpersonal dynamics, and mental processes. Study criminal activity through multiple lenses - incorporating legal, sociological, and psychological viewpoints - while acquiring skills to combat and deter crime, as well as assist both those affected by and perpetrating crimes. Delve into mental functioning, motivations behind unlawful acts, and rehabilitation strategies. You can choose to focus on Legal Studies, Criminal Behavior, or Crime Science. Pairing criminology with a Psychology degree provides insight into human cognition, emotions, and actions, while exposing you to cutting-edge research and real-world implementations that help interpret human nature. A Psychology degree serves as the initial requirement for psychologist certification and forms a strong base for diverse professional paths.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Enabling courses (in Year 12)
For Criminology:
Successful completion of one of the following:
Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12
TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12
An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university
For Law:
No direct entry.
 
Experience based entry
 
A successful experience based entry application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area.​ Find out more about the Experienced based entry.
 
 
Extenuating circumstances
We'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course. Find out more.
 
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
For Criminology:
CPS 54 or higher.
For Law :
CPS 70 or higher.‚Äã
 
 
Law Start
Successful attendance and completion of LAW START, an ability and aptitude Evaluation Pathway. Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.‚Äã
 
 
Overseas Year 12
 
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
For Criminology:
Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.
 
For Law :
Overall Position (OP) of 6 or lower.
 
Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC)
For Criminology:
70‚Äã‚Äã
 
For Law :
90 ‚Äã
 
 
GCE A Levels
For Criminology:
Minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.
 
For Law :
Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.
 
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
For Criminology:
Total score of 24 or higher.
 
For Law :
Total score of 33 or higher.
 
Tuition
AUD
39,240