Understand the psychology of crime.
Designed to prepare you for a career in psychology and criminology, this double degree explores the psychological dimensions of crime and crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2024 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- * In addition to being able to study all courses at Sippy Downs, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. International students can study at the Sippy Downs campus only.
- * In addition to being able to study all courses at Sippy Downs, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. International students can study at the Sippy Downs campus only.
Designed to prepare you for a career in psychology and criminology, this double degree explores the psychological dimensions of crime and crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.
You will learn from award-winning psychology staff and have the opportunity to participate in paid research assistant work in your second or third year of study. As a part of the Criminology component, you'll become prepared for real world challenges through guest lectures and opportunities for practical learning.
Earning two qualifications upon completion, graduates gain a competitive advantage in employment areas such as prisons and community correction and in offender management programs. There is also greater scope for employment in organisations in addressing issues such as integrity testing and workplace misconduct prevention.
This course is designed to meet the national accreditation requirements adopted by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). You can complete further study to become a registered psychologist, clinical psychologist or pursue an academic career.
Career opportunities
Employment destinations include crime and justice research and policy work; counselling / support work; human resource management; youth support; disabilities support; policing (state, federal, specialist); security practice and management; safety; intelligence; customs and border protection; child protection; crime victim support services; community conferencing; consumer protection; ombudsman and anti-corruption agencies; regulatory investigations, and many others.
Program structure
Psychology courses
Introductory courses (4)
COR109 Introduction to Pharmacology
PSY100 Biodiversity and Ecology
PSY101 Molecular Biology
PSY102 Chemistry
Advanced courses (14)
PSY200 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
PSY201 Hydrology and Geomorphology
PSY202 Plant Diversity and Ecology
PSY203 An Introduction to Geographic Information Science and Technology
PSY204 Introduction to Mathematics
PSY205 Mathematics Foundations
PSY300 Terrestrial Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology
PSY301 Introduction to Weather and Climate
PSY302 Earth Observation: Remote Sensing and Surveying
PSY303 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
PSY304 Genetics
PSY305 Communicating Sustainability
PSY306 Communication and Thought
PSY307 Introduction to the Internet of Things
Criminology courses
Introductory courses (6)
CRM101 Introduction to Engineering Design
CRM102
CRM103 Foundations of Engineering
CRM105 Introduction to Applied Mathematics
JST101 Physics
SCS110 Engineering Statics
Advanced courses (5)
CRM202 Mechanical Design 1
CRM204 Numerical Analysis
CRM301 Thermodynamics
CRM304 Mechanics of Materials
LGL201 Engineering Materials
Elective courses (3)
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts, Business and Law or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Suggested electives include:
CRM201 Calculus II and Linear Algebra
JST202 Dynamics 1
CRM203 Manufacturing Technology
CRM302 Engineering Research Methodology
CRM303 Mechanical Design 2
CRM305 Fluid Mechanics
CRM307 Engineering Project Management
SCS225 Engineering Project 1
SWK286 Computational Mechanics
SCS295 Engineering System Design
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 384
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses)
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues
- Refer to the Planning your study page to manage your progression