The Bachelor of Psychology Bachelor of Criminology develops student knowledge and skills in psychology and applied criminology to better understand the human brain and behaviour, and to measure and evaluate crime and its effects. Students also gain an understanding of the major factors associated with criminal behaviour. The course provides practical social science knowledge and skills needed for professions focused on crime prevention, detection, enforcement or the broader social implications and challenges of crime. The course also provides the first step (i.e., APAC Level 1 foundational competencies*) on the pathway towards becoming a professionally accredited psychologist.

The course equips students with an understanding of the factors associated with crime, disorder and threats to public safety as well as those who are involved in criminal behaviour, those who are affected by such behaviour and those who respond to crime events. With a strong applied and industry focused curriculum, students learn and develop industry-relevant skills along with strong theoretical and practice-based knowledge.