Bachelor of Criminology

at University of Technology Sydney

The Bachelor of Criminology prepares students to respond to the changing nature of crime in the 21st century by addressing the realities of crime in an increasingly digital and transnational age. Ideal for those starting their careers or extending their learning to respond to industry needs, students specialise in either digital forensics & security, data analytics & research, justice & legal studies, or forensics. The course combines studies in these focus areas with 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 mix of theory and practice in core subjects, in the curated majors and via possible combined degrees with Forensic Science and International Studies addresses industry needs for an applied approach to criminology and the increasingly digital and transnational dimensions of crime.There is a choice of three majors within the standard Bachelor of Criminology – Forensics, Data Analytics or Justice and Legal Studies.The Bachelor of Criminology (Analytics and Research) offers students an opportunity to study an extended major focused on crime statistics and data analytics to inform policy and evaluate interventions.