* Kaplan student access card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Criminology accepts a wide range of qualifications with advanced standing:
These include:
Applicants admitted to the Bachelor programme may be required to undertake bridging units to fulfil the required prerequisite knowledge. In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Pursue a comprehensive education with a Murdoch Double Major Degree in Psychology and Criminology, and study a variety of interesting, complementing topics such as “The Developing Mind” and “Criminal Behaviour” respectively.
The Psychology field further expands on your foundational knowledge of the social bases of behaviour, with deeper insights into human psyche. This can help develop better understanding of the reasoning, motivations and cognitive processes of criminals, in order to better prevent and counter crime.
On the flip side, Criminology presents new opportunities for you to apply your knowledge. Through exploring criminal law and the justice system, you will be able to better adapt your Psychological techniques for crime prevention and deliverance of justice.
The knowledge and skills acquired from both majors may also build skills that have value even in other fields or in your personal life, such as analysis, research, understanding people better and being knowledgeable about crime.
Students with Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diplomas, Private Diplomas or Polytechnic Diplomas will be given 12 exemptions and gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. They can complete the programme in 24 months instead of 28 months.
Delivery Method
Students will attend a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops in this programme. Students have the flexibility to plan their study schedule based on their own study load. Programmes are scheduled for 5 days a week, 3 hours a day. Student are expected to be on campus for classes, workshops and self-study. Each unit is supported with 24 contact hours. The Dean from Murdoch University is based in Singapore to oversee all academic aspects and ensure a high standard of academic delivery here.
Assessment Methods
Each unit is assessed by any combination of class participation, written assignments, project or examinations. Assessment methods may vary according to individual unit requirements.
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Psychology
Criminology
Students are required to complete the following common modules:
Applicants may be required to complete general elective modules to fulfil the required credit points.
*3-year Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.
Year 1 Module Outline available here — private Diploma and Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.
OSHC: 663 ($) SGD per year
