Bachelor of Criminology / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

On successful completion of the program students will have:

• A broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning.
• Cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge.
• Cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas.
• Cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence.
• Communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters.
• Professionalism: You will have developed a sound and critical understanding of the function and role of the criminal justice system.
• Professionalism: Worked independently and/or collaboratively, in a professional and ethical manner, in exploring ways to improve access to justice for those that come into contact with the criminal justice system.
• Professionalism: You will have engaged and/or collaborated with students from allied disciplines to explore the multidisciplinary nature of the criminal justice system.
• Scholarship: You will possess a scholarly and critical appreciation of the importance of the clarity of communication in the field of criminal justice; including written and oral submissions.
• Coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods.
• Cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence.
• Cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas.
• Cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding.
• Technical skills to design and use research in a project.
• Communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters.
• Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence.
• The capacity to provide professional advice, based on specialised knowledge of law and its application in diverse contexts, to employers, government and individual clients.
• The technical and cognitive skills required to plan and conduct advanced legal research tasks working independently and in collaboration with others
• Critical thinking skills to analyse the formation , content and operation of the law.
• Lateral thinking skills to solve legal problems through the range of available dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Skills to recognise the importance of acting as a professional advocate for the rule of law.
• Professional skills to apply the maintenance and reform of the legal system.
• Skills to uphold the highest ethical standards in discharging responsibilities to clients, other professionals, the courts and the public.
• Skills to understand, evaluate and critically reflect upon the interaction of law and society.
• Capacity to recognise Law as a dynamic discipline requiring professional lifelong learning and skill development.

Admission requirements

English Language Requirements

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.

Compulsory program requirements - Review of progress

Program Revisions 2023

This program has been revised for implementation from Semester 1, 2023. Students who commenced prior to Semester 1, 2023 should refer to the 2023 Transition Arrangements in the Additional Documents section for more details. Any further questions should be directed to your program advisor.

A full list of courses that are available to study as an elective can be found in the course handbook.

Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.

All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.

AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.