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Bachelor of Criminology and Justice (Honours)

University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
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Course Overview

Position yourself as a future leader in the field of criminology and build on the skills and knowledge learned in your undergraduate degree with an intensive one-year Honours program. Develop industry-relevant skills that provide a competitive edge for graduate employment or postgraduate study.

In this program you will:

  • Learn advanced theoretical concepts and perspectives and engage in critical debate

  • Exposure to advanced research training methods through coursework and the design and implementation of your own research project

  • Develop the core skills sought after by employers, including critical thinking and analysis, problem-solving and project management, and the ability to work collaboratively, ethically and under minimal supervision to produce high-quality work

General Eligibility

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

Coursework component (3) 48 units:

  • Qualitative Research Methods

  • Applied Quantitative Research Methods

  • Advanced Issues in Criminology & Justice

Research component (2) 48 units:

  • Research Dissertation A

  • Research Dissertation B

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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