斯威本科技大學(xué)

Learn all about human behaviour and criminality, and step closer to becoming a professional psychologist or academic researcher.

The Bachelor of Psychological Sciences / Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology provides a broad overview of psychology, and specifically, insight into the determinants of criminal behaviour.

You’ll complete a variety of research projects and develop skills in project management, research design and report writing.

The double degree will prepare you to work in the areas of law enforcement, corrections, offender rehabilitation and policy development. It also forms part of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited pathway to becoming a registered psychologist. Graduates who demonstrate a high level of performance are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours) program.

Course learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences, graduates will be able to: systematically review and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources to inform their knowledge and conceptual understandings in psychology; formulate arguments that are fit for purpose and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant theories and evidence in psychology; critically analyse information to generate creative solutions to solve complex problems in the area of psychology; define and integrate theoretical principles and apply these in their disciplinary areas of expertise; apply knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for their own learning and practice, individually and in collaboration with others; interpret and communicate ideas, problems and arguments in modes suitable to a range of audiences using a range of media; coherently articulate a line of reasoning demonstrating cultural sensitivity and apply a framework to analyse and offer solutions to ethical dilemmas in local and international context.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology, graduates will be able to: describe the nature of criminal activity and analyse and evaluate the main causes of crime; systematically review and undertake research to evaluate the consequences of crime on victims and the broader community; apply knowledge and skills to compare and analyse Australia’s response to crime with that of other nations; effectively and persuasively communicate with legal and non-legal audiences; analyse information from a variety of sources to investigate and evaluate proposed solutions to crime; evaluate technological and other scientific approaches to reducing crime and dealing with the consequences of crime; function as an effective member or leader of a team and critically reflect on individual performance.