Address criminal behaviour through understanding the psychology of crime.
Designed to prepare you for a career in psychology and criminology, this double degree explores the psychological dimensions of crime and crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.
Commences Semester 1 2016. Program is subject to external accreditation
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2023 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- * In addition to being able to study all courses at Sippy Downs, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. International students can study at the Sippy Downs campus only.
- * In addition to being able to study all courses at Sippy Downs, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. International students can study at the Sippy Downs campus only.
Designed to prepare you for a career in psychology and criminology, this double degree explores the psychological dimensions of crime and crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.
You will learn from award-winning psychology staff and have the opportunity to participate in paid research assistant work in your second or third year of study. As a part of the Criminology component, you'll become prepared for real world challenges through guest lectures and opportunities for practical learning.
Earning two qualifications upon completion, graduates gain a competitive advantage in employment areas such as prisons and community correction and in offender management programs. There is also greater scope for employment in organisations in addressing issues such as integrity testing and workplace misconduct prevention.
This course is designed to meet the national accreditation requirements adopted by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). You can complete further study to become a registered psychologist, clinical psychologist or pursue an academic career.
Career opportunities
Employment destinations include crime and justice research and policy work; counselling / support work; human resource management; youth support; disabilities support; policing (state, federal, specialist); security practice and management; safety; intelligence; customs and border protection; child protection; crime victim support services; community conferencing; consumer protection; ombudsman and anti-corruption agencies; regulatory investigations, and many others.
Program structure
Psychology courses
Introductory courses (3)
COR109 Reflective Practices in Early Learning
PSY101 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
PSY102 Becoming a Teacher
Advanced courses (14)
PSY200 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
PSY201 Organic Chemistry
PSY202 Cell Biology
PSY203 Calculus and Algebra
PSY204 Discrete Mathematics
PSY205 Chemistry
PSY300 Introduction to Mathematics
PSY301 Mathematics Foundations
PSY302 Communication and Thought
PSY303 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
PSY304 Learning about Learning
PSY305 Language and Literacies in Education
PSY306 Dimensions of Learner Engagement
PSY307 Professional Learning: Professional Practice
Criminology courses
Introductory courses (7)
CRM101 Curriculum A Middle Years 4-10: Pedagogies for New Times
CRM102 Curriculum B Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning
CRM103 Biochemistry
CRM105 Inorganic and Physical Chemistry
JST101 Vocational Education and Training: Philosophy and Practice
PSY100 Professional Learning: Learning Engagement
SCS110 Senior Phase Curriculum
Advanced courses (6)
CRM202 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
CRM204 Physics
CRM301 Nutritional Biochemistry
CRM304 Analytical Sciences
LGL201 Professional Learning: Inclusivity and Diversity
SCS225 Professional Learning: Professional Engagement
Elective courses (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Suggested electives include:
CRM201 Science Research Methods
JST202 Biochemical Pharmacology
LGL202 E-Learning Leader
CRM203 Learning for Sustainability in Schools
CRM302 Internship
CRM303 Human Development and Early Learning
CRM305 Learning Choices
CRM306 Vocational Education and Training: Learning Engagement
SCS286 Teaching Reading and Writing
SCS295 Teaching Mathematics
Note: Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 384
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 3 introductory level (100 coded) required psychology courses including COR109
- Complete 14 advanced level (200/300/400 coded) required psychology courses
- Complete 7 required introductory level (100 coded) criminology courses
- Complete 6 required advanced level (200/300 coded) criminology courses
- Complete 2 elective courses
- Complete no more than 15 introductory level (100 coded) courses in total, including the core course
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.