Criminology

Make a real impact on society.

If you want to make a difference, explore criminology. Driven by a team of award-winning teachers and world-class researchers, you will begin understand criminal behaviour and what causes it. The study of criminology covers everything from the criminal justice system, to crime data, policing, victims and trauma, and innovations and social impact.

With a major in Criminology, you will have the opportunity to learn from South Australia's largest and most-experienced criminology team, expand the range of career opportunities available to you upon graduation, and most importantly, have the chance to make a real impact on the world.

How many units?

A major in Criminology is made up of 36 units, including:

• two Year 1 topics (9 units)
• two Year 2 topics (9 units)
• two Year 3 topics (9 units)
• plus two additional topics (9 units) from the Year 2 or Year 3 topics.

Criminology can also be taken as a minor. Your 22.5 units will include:

• two Year 1 topics (9 units)
• two Year 2 topics (9 units)
• plus an additional topic (4.5 units) from the Year 2 or Year 3 topics.

You may complete an extended major in Criminology by completing the prescribed major topics (36 units), plus an additional two topics (9 units) from Year 2 or Year 3. The extended major is not available in the Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Arts degrees.

Add a year of Honours

Kickstart your career or future in research with one extra year.

By adding just one year full-time to your undergraduate degree, you can graduate with Honours. Enhance your career prospects, delve deeper into knowledge or launch yourself into the world of research.