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Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies
Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies at Victoria University combines a deep understanding of criminal behaviour with study of the systems that respond to it. Students examine the social, political and psychological factors that shape behaviour, including trauma, inequality and mental health, while developing knowledge in counselling theory, family dynamics, research and ethics. This interdisciplinary course prepares graduates for work across justice, welfare and community sectors, including victim support and advocacy, child protection and family services, corrections and rehabilitation, mental health and wellbeing, and policy development. In the final year students complete an industry placement. It is offered at VU in Melbourne.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Crime and Inequality (LCR1003, 12CP)
- Indigenous Health and Wellbeing (AEK1203, 12CP)
- Psychology 1A (APP1012, 12CP)
- Psychology 1B (APP1013, 12CP)
- Foundations of Psychological Research (APP1016, 12CP)
- Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology (APP1017, 12CP)
- Applied Human Rights (ASA1024, 12CP)
- Criminal Justice Systems (ASL1003, 12CP)
- Psychology 2A (APP2013, 12CP)
- Psychology 2B (APP2014, 12CP)
- Professional Practice in Justice Settings (ASL2006, 12CP)
- Alternative Approaches to Justice (ASL2007, 12CP)
- Ethics (ASL2003, 12CP)
- Working with Young People with Complex Issues (ECY3001, 12CP)
- Developmental Psychology (HPP2001, 12CP)
- History
- Theories and Practice of Psychology (APP3034, 12CP)
- Research Methods in Psychology (APP3035, 12CP)
- Clinical Aspects of Psychology (APP3037, 12CP)
- Criminal Justice Reform (ASL3003, 12CP)
- Sociology of Law (ASS3009, 12CP)
- Youth and Community Industry Preparation (ECY3003, 12CP)
- Youth and Community Industry Placement (ECY3004, 12CP)
- Psychological Issues in the Workplace (APP3023, 12CP)
- Fieldwork (APP3028, 12CP)
- Counselling Theory and Practice (APP3015, 12CP)
- Group Behaviour (APP3016, 12CP)
- Organisations and Work (APP3018, 12CP)
- Psychobiology (APP3019, 12CP)
- Relationship and Family Wellbeing (APP3027, 12CP)
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Admissions
Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). OR:. Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). PLUS:. IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking). OR:. Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.
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