Bachelor of Criminology (057849B)

Students will discover why crime occurs, how it is perceived and how people can address it – and graduate with the skills to make a real difference in the criminal justice system.

Gain a deep understanding of the causes and impacts of a range of individual and organized criminal activities, from environmental crime to illicit digital surveillance. Learn how to use this knowledge to develop effective responses to harmful behaviors.

Deakin University’s criminology course is the most established in Australia. The curriculum has been developed and designed in conjunction with professional bodies including Victoria Police, the Department of Justice and Community Safety Victoria and the Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers, ensuring students' study experience closely reflects the needs of the industry.

Deakin University criminology experts will take students behind the thinking and research surrounding a breadth of criminology topics, while they build a portfolio that showcases their critical thinking and ability to meet complex questions of criminal justice with empathy and confidence.