Meet one of the following criteria:
Participate in a screening interview (typically by phone though online can be arranged if required); and
Be 18 years or above at the date of commencement; and
Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent); or
Completion of a Diploma or above (or equivalent); or
Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent)
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by ACAP as equivalent to Australian qualifications.
What to expect when studying a Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology with ACAP University College
Intrigued by the workings of the criminal mind and what drives criminal behaviour? Want to help vulnerable members of society work towards a brighter future? ACAP’s Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to make a real degree of difference.
The Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology is a specialised double major degree, ideal if you’re interested in working in the courts, corrections, youth justice or with offenders, victims or vulnerable populations. Throughout your studies, you’ll explore a mix of fascinating psychology and criminology-based topics including forensic psychology, psychopathology, substance use and crime, victimology and youth justice.
Examine the Australian criminal justice system, contemporary approaches to crime and punishment, and analyse concepts of punishment and rehabilitation in custodial and non-custodial settings. Gain deep insight into why we think and act the way we do, learn how to help change behaviour before it becomes destructive, and assist in rehabilitating those who have committed criminal acts. Explore the profession of psychology and its role in a criminology career.
Whether you choose to study online, on campus or a blend of both, you’ll graduate well-equipped with practical skills and strategies to successfully work in the criminal justice system. With an understanding of the role society plays in shaping crime and criminal minds, you’ll emerge from your studies as a confident and competent professional. This course has been professionally accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), providing a clear pathway to study additional psychology courses and become a registered psychologist. It has also been accredited by ACAP under its self-accrediting authority.
Course structure
The Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology course is comprised of 24 units, which are level 100, 200 and 300 units. To find out unit delivery information view the relevant Yearly Planner.
The course duration is 3 years full time or up to 8 years part time. For more information on the recommended course sequence click here.
Further postgraduate study in psychology is available with ACAP, including the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) – a competitive entry program that provides the fourth year of study required to become a provisionally registered psychologist. Other postgraduate study options such as counselling, social work and coaching are also available at ACAP.
Once you graduate from the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology, you will open doors to a range of possible career opportunities. Listed below are a few typical roles you could consider.
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