Make a difference in the justice system.
Put the law into context with this double degree. You'll study a range of criminology courses to give you a good understanding of Australia's criminal justice system and what motivates criminal behaviour.
- 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.
- ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
- Only a full time option is available to international students studying on a Student visa.
- ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
- Only a full time option is available to international students studying on a Student visa.
Put the law into context with this double degree. You'll study a range of criminology courses to give you a good understanding of Australia's criminal justice system and what motivates criminal behaviour.
You'll also cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia and learn about social justice, ethics and law reform. Law Honours is available, usually without extending the time required to complete your degree.
In this program you will:
- Research answers to legal problems, prepare advice, present legal arguments, observe court proceedings, and take part in simulated court presentations in USC's Moot Court
- Understand legal institutions and processes, and examine fair and effective methods of crime prevention
- Have opportunities to further develop your skills by working with Legal Service clients under legal supervision in law professional practice, or undertake a legal internship.
- Learn how to research crime-related issues and develop problem solving skills
- Choose from specialist courses in criminal profiling and intelligence, youth justice and restorative justice, homicide and forensic science, international justice and more
- Have the chance to complete a professional placement in your final year
Career opportunities
This double degree will be valuable for those graduates who intend to practise in criminal law. A broad range of career opportunities exist for graduates, in areas such as legal research, law reform research and policy development, advocacy, political advising; corruption and white collar crime investigations, prosecutions and crime prevention.
Registration
The degree is an approved academic qualification for admission to the legal profession. Graduates must undertake a further period of practical legal training before being admitted as a legal practitioner.
Program structure
Law courses
Introductory courses (4) 48 units
LAW101 Teacher as Global Practitioner
LAW102 Professional Experience: The Professional Teacher
LAW103 The Language of Design
LAW104 Introduction to Design and Concept
Developing and Graduate courses (21) 252 units
14 required courses (168 units):
LAW201 Introduction to Interaction & UX Design
LAW202 Responsive Website Design
LAW203 e-Media C
LAW204 e-Media D
LAW205 e-media E - Internship/Professional Project
LAW206 e-Media F - Professional Portfolio
LAW301 Introduction to Design and Concept
LAW302 Introduction to Interaction & UX Design
LAW303 Responsive Website Design
LAW304 e-Media C
LAW401 Materials in Engineering
LAW402 Foundations of Engineering
LAW403 Introduction to Engineering Design
LAW404 Engineering Statics
PLUS select 7 elective courses (84 units) from:
Not all electives are offered every year. For a list of current Law elective courses click HERE.
LAW307 Engineering Computing
LAW310 Introduction to Applied Mathematics
LAW311 Introductory Calculus
LAW312 Physics
LAW313 Digital Logic and Computer Programming
LAW315 Analog and Digital Electronics
LAW318 Communications Engineering
LAW405 Professional Practice
LAW406 Sustainable Engineering (Design)
LAW407 Systems and Signals
LAW408 Electrical Machines and Drives
LAW409 Calculus II and Linear Algebra
LAW410 Numerical Analysis
LAW411 Electronic Design and Analysis
LAW412 Digital Signal Processing
LAW414 Power Electronics and System Analysis
LAW415 Engineering Management
LAW416 Engineering System Design
LAW417 Robotics and Autonomous Systems
LAW418 Engineering Computer Applications and Interactive Modelling
LAW419 System Dynamics and Control
LAW420 Playcentric Game Design
LAW421 Serious Video Game Design Workshop
LAW422
The following 2 elective courses (24 units) are only available to students who have been accepted into honours in Law:
LAW440 Video Game Analysis
LAW441 Interactive Narrative: Puzzles and Quests
Criminology courses
Introductory courses (6) 72 units
CRM101 Serious Game Project A
CRM102 Serious Game Project B
CRM103 ICT Project Management
CRM105 The Illuminated Screen: Introduction to Film and Television Studies
SCS101 Playcentric Game Design
SCS110 Serious Video Game Design Workshop
Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units
CRM204
CRM206 Video Game Analysis
CRM304 Theories of Counselling: From Freud to Integrative Practice
CRM308 Introduction to Psychology B
SCS225 Communication and Thought
Elective courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 discipline elective courses (48 units) from:
CRM201 Therapeutic Communication Skills
CRM203 Introduction to Psychology A
JST202 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
CRM302 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
CRM305 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
CRM307 Group Processes and Practice ^
CRM309 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories
CRM310 Introductory Counselling Skills
^CRM307 is a recommended course for students wishing to enrol in the Bachelor of Criminology and Justice (Honours) program.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 480
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 480 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) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- 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
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- Semester offerings for Law elective courses are subject to change and are dependent on student demand. For more information on elective availability please contact your Program Coordinator
- Honours in Law available for high performing students