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Bachelor of Social Work / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

Australia

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What will I learn?

Learn about the social causes and consequences of crime and disadvantage in this double degree. Youll be taught how sociological influences can impact offending and gain a deep understanding of Australias criminal justice system, including areas of law enforcement, crime policy, the court system and custodial and community corrections. In this program you will:Learn about social inequality and how to make a difference in the legal systemComplete two field placements where youll learn practical skillsResearch crime-related issues and develop problem solving skillsChoose from specialist courses in criminal profiling and intelligence, youth justice and restorative justice, homicide, forensic science and moreHave the opportunity to complete a professional placement in your final year

Which department am I in?

School of Law and Society

CRICOS

088622J

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (5 Years)

Tuition fees
A$26,000.00 (US$ 17,134) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2025

Venue

UniSC Sunshine Coast

90 Sippy Downs Drive,

SIPPY DOWNS,

Queensland,

4556, SUNSHINE COAST, Australia

Online/Distance with attendance (5 Years)

Tuition fees
A$26,000.00 (US$ 17,134) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2025

Venue

UniSC Sunshine Coast

90 Sippy Downs Drive,

SIPPY DOWNS,

Queensland,

4556, SUNSHINE COAST, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

English Language entry requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 7.0 with minimum of 7.0 in each subtest
  • TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 98 with 27 for writing, 24 for listening and reading, and 23 for speaking
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Overall score of 65 with no sub score less than 65
  • Language of Instruction English (LOI) - LoI English will be considered in limited circumstances on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who have successfully completed at least two years of senior secondary study or at least three years of Bachelor or Master level study where the language of instruction is English, completed within the last five years in any of the countries listed, may be considered: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America and South Africa. LoI English will not be considered for studies undertaken in countries that don't appear in this list.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of the Sunshine Coast

University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) is a top-rated university, rated 5-stars in key areas including teaching quality and overall experience.

  • 5-star rating for teaching quality 17 years in a row
  • 1st in Queensland for Global Impact Rankings
  • Ground-breaking research undertaken on relevant topics
  • Excellent academic and career services support

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