Bachelor of Social Science in Criminology - University of New South Wales

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Program code: 3422
Faculty: Arts & Social Sciences
Min.years: 3 years
UOC (per year/total): 48/144
Semester 2 entry: Yes
Est. first year tuition: A$19,200 (Subjects taken from other faculties will be charged at the appropriate unit of credit rate)
Est. fee to complete: A$63,480
Assumed knowledge: None

What is Criminology?

Criminology, broadly defi ned as the study of crime and crime control institutions, is a multidisciplinary area involving contributions from the social and behavioural sciences, the humanities and law.

Program Description

The Bachelor of Social Science in Criminology combines core studies in social science with core studies in criminal law, criminal procedures and criminal justice institutions; theories of crime; research in crime and justice, and electives in other criminological topics. The core sequence in social science includes courses in social and economic theory and policy; case studies in policy analysis; research methods and statistical applications; and social science research projects.

Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

The Bachelor of Social Science in Criminology program gives students the skills to apply the social sciences to criminological problems. The program will provide students with a coherent program of knowledge about crime, its causes and social construction, the history and operation of crime control institutions, and the outcomes of criminal justice policies.

Program Structure

Core Criminology component within the Bachelor of Social Science
FIRST YEAR
Introduction to Criminology, Social Science & Policy, Research & Information Management
SECOND YEAR
Criminal Law and Justice 1, Criminal Law and Justice 2, Political Economy and the State, Applied Social Research 1, Policy Analysis Case Studies
THIRD YEAR
Criminological Theories, Social Theory and Policy, Applied Social Research 2, Social Science & Policy Project, plus criminology-related electives (an indicative list): Crime Fiction, History from Crime, Sentencing: Law, Policy & Practice, Criminal Justice System, Juvenile Justice, Policing, Sex, Human Rights & Justice, Deviant Fieldwork, Crime in Australian Society, Crime, Gender and Sexuality

Careers Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for careers in policy analysis or research in criminal justice agencies, quantitative and qualitative social research, project
design and management in private, government and non-government sectors.