providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English
obtaining Academic IELTS within the last 2 years, with a minimum overall score of 6 and no individual score below 5.5
obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.
Applicants for the Bachelor of Criminal Justice must meet the following Admission Requirements:
* A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of 60 (including adjustment factors)
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* Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
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* A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
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* 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification
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* Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
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* Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years full time or equivalence, demonstrated by a detailed resume.
Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Criminal Justice equips you with the knowledge and skills to be a leader in your community and chosen criminal justice profession. You'll learn theory and practical knowledge about prisons, people and crime, from historical and contemporary perspectives. You'll understand how different communities approach the same issue from vastly different viewpoints and learn how to work within conflict. This degree ensures you have the skills to be a change-maker and work with diverse communities – police/law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, victims of crime and their families, people in prison, probation and parole.
Study complex issues in crime and its prevention
You'll graduate with a diverse set of skills as you study a range of subjects including, public safety and security, criminology, sociology, psychology, philosophy, communication, policing/law enforcement and Indigenous studies. You can choose elective subjects that suit your career plans or current workplace.
A contemporary approach to criminal justice
This course has been designed with extensive consultation with the justice sector and academics, to ensure it is vocationally relevant, practical and up-to-date with the latest criminal justice issues. You'll gain a strong theoretical background and highly developed critical and analytical skills in diverse disciplines to take into the workplace.
Practical learning
A work placement forms part of your final year of study and results in many of our students transitioning to graduate employment in organisations that offer rewarding and satisfying job opportunities that relate directly to their studies.
Indigenous cultural competence
Our degree incorporates Indigenous cultural competence, so that you learn about Indigenous histories, cultures and contemporary social realities from Indigenous scholars, Elders and community organisations.
Overseas study opportunities
From the early stages of your degree, you can apply for a range of international programs through CSU Global. You could take a session or two on exchange at one of our partner institutions across the world, go on a study tour during the holidays, or complete some of your subjects in a unique location.
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Our Bachelor of Criminal Justice prepares you to work in diverse criminal, social justice and law enforcement fields.
Contribute to criminal justice and corrections
Put your skills to work in policing or criminal and social justice research and policy. Explore opportunities in probation and parole or juvenile justice.
Pursue policing
Embark on a rewarding career in policing in either state or federal jurisdictions
Advance social welfare
Take up a role in work associated with refugees, offenders, victims or families; community and welfare organisations; and other criminal justice and social justice entities.
OSHC: 559 $ AUD per year
