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Learning Mode
Undergraduate
Qualification
3 years full-time
Duration
Mar, Jul, Nov
Start Dates
24
Units
$2,174*
Fees Per Unit
During your Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology, you will learn to demystify the criminal mind, assist victims and navigate the Australian legal system. Your units will cover different causes of crime and the how society – through the police, courts, corrections systems and victims support services – responds to crime.
Your course will examine local and global criminality, traditional approaches and responses to crime, as well as emerging trends and practices. It focuses on technological and other scientific advances that impact the criminal justice sector. These include an emphasis on predicting the commission of crime, detecting and stopping criminal behaviour and implementing effective and efficient criminal sanctions.
Our graduates work in the areas of law enforcement, corrections, offender rehabilitation, victim support and government policy development.
‘The benefit of studying online with Swinburne Online has allowed me to schedule my time efficiently and effectively around [my life]. I have been provided with a world-class education led by industry leaders and professionals.’
Kate, Swinburne Online graduate
As a Criminologist, you’ll have a strong future ahead of you, with a 18.9% increase expected in the next five years.
Our Law courses have ranked in the Top 250 by THE World Universities Rankings for 2025.
Our Law courses have ranked in the Top 250 by THE World Universities Rankings for 2025.
To be awarded the Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology you must complete 24 units in total made up of:
Your learning will focus on technology and innovation within the criminal justice system. Your units will centre on understanding the different nuances of crime and how to adapt to new artificial intelligence technologies. For example, ‘Technological Advances in Dealing with Crime’ will introduce you to issues that emerge with sentencing as a result of artificial intelligence.
Studying criminology with Swinburne Online is a unique opportunity. Our courses are at the forefront of industry and provide you with the practical skills to success come graduation. View all units in your bachelor’s degree.
Each year is split into 3 Teaching Periods (13 weeks per Teaching Period). You can choose to study full-time or part-time depending on your preference.
These are foundational units in major law study areas:
Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice
Policing: Systems and Practice
Corrections: Systems and Practice
Introduction to Forensic Psychology
Advanced Topics in Forensic Psychology
Crime and Punishment in the International Context
Technological Advances in Dealing with Crime
Elective units are what turn a degree into your degree. They are units that you choose to tailor your course to suit your strengths, interests and career goals.
Take a look at the availability of the elective units we offer online.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:
Need more info?
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology? Get in touch with our course consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case by case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:
Need more info?
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology? Get in touch with our course consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case by case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
*Note: Unit fees may change each year.
There are several ways to help manage your course fees:
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for financial support.
There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.
Scholarships are available for both new and current students.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student Scholarships
There are a range of scholarships available to support Indigenous students in minimising the costs of study materials, accommodation, relocation and more.
How it works:
1. Check eligibility
2. Gather the relevant documentation
3. Produce a personal statement
4. Obtain your references
5. Apply online here
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Credit for prior study:
Services & amenities fee:
For more details on scholarships and financial support, visit the Swinburne website or speak with our Course Consultant team today!
Let’s take a look at the wide range of roles you can pursue with a Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology (average annual salaries via SEEK):
Provide expert advice to government officials, organizations, or businesses on developing, implementing, and evaluating policies. Also analyse complex issues, research potential solutions, and recommend policy options to decision-makers.
Provide expert advice to government officials, organizations, or businesses on developing, implementing, and evaluating policies. Also analyse complex issues, research potential solutions, and recommend policy options to decision-makers.
Maintain public order, protect life and property, and enforce laws. Respond to emergency calls, investigate incidents, and work to prevent crime within the community. Duties can range from patrolling public areas and engaging with the community to conducting investigations and arresting offenders.
Maintain public order, protect life and property, and enforce laws. Respond to emergency calls, investigate incidents, and work to prevent crime within the community. Duties can range from patrolling public areas and engaging with the community to conducting investigations and arresting offenders.
Maintain the safety and security of correctional facilities, supervising inmates, and assisting with their rehabilitation. They also play a role in helping offenders address their behavior and comply with court orders while supervising inmate conduct, conducting searches, transporting inmates.
Maintain the safety and security of correctional facilities, supervising inmates, and assisting with their rehabilitation. They also play a role in helping offenders address their behavior and comply with court orders while supervising inmate conduct, conducting searches, transporting inmates.
Analyse crime data, understand its causes, and develop strategies to address it, often working in research, policy development, or with law enforcement and community organisations.
Analyse crime data, understand its causes, and develop strategies to address it, often working in research, policy development, or with law enforcement and community organisations.
Assess and advise on security needs for various clients, including corporations and government agencies. They develop and implement security strategies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure clients are prepared to address potential threats.
Assess and advise on security needs for various clients, including corporations and government agencies. They develop and implement security strategies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure clients are prepared to address potential threats.
Be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of Australia's borders. CBP Officers work at air and seaports, mail and cargo centers, and remote locations to inspect travelers, goods, and cargo for illegal items, prohibited substances, and to ensure compliance with customs and immigration laws.
Be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of Australia's borders. CBP Officers work at air and seaports, mail and cargo centers, and remote locations to inspect travelers, goods, and cargo for illegal items, prohibited substances, and to ensure compliance with customs and immigration laws.
The practical applications of crime prediction and detection techniques learned during this bachelor’s degree range from proactive policing and efficient resource management to enhanced forensic investigations and real-time crime monitoring.
Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.
Canvas is where all your classwork will take place. You’ll experience engaging lectures, tackle assignments, and connect with others on lively discussion boards. All within an easy-to-use platform. Stay on top of your progress, plan your studies with ease, and set your own pace — whether you want to fast-track your degree with up to 12 units a year or take it slow with part-time study. It’s all about balancing your studies with the rest of your life!
You are supported at every stage of your journey with Swinburne Online, from enrolment and your first day through to graduation. Our dedicated teams are here to help you stay on track, feel confident, and succeed in your studies.
Support tailored to you:
With ongoing access to support, tools, and resources, you are never studying alone with Swinburne Online.
Indigenous Student Services
Access opportunities. Get tailored support with your studies. Thrive as an Indigenous student with the team at the Moondani Toombadool Centre.
Moondani Toombadool means ‘embracing teaching and learning’ in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri People. Established in 2018, the Moondani Toombadool Centre (MTC) handles all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander matters at Swinburne. This includes governance, student services, teaching and learning, research, staff, culture and engagement. Student services include but are not limited to:
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The suite of Swinburne Online Business degrees provides students with the opportunity to forge connections within the industry. Students hear from industry leaders and work with real-life clients with demonstrated experience within their respective fields, such as SEEK.
