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Examine crime from a range of perspectives – including law, sociology and psychology – as you learn how to reduce and prevent crime, and help both victims and offenders in the criminal justice system. Explore how the mind works, why people commit offences, and what can be done to rehabilitate them. You’ll have the option to specialise in Legal Studies, Criminal Behaviour, Crime Science or White Collar and Corporate Crime.By combining your criminology degree with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, you’ll build your expertise in the social and developmental areas of psychology, and complete a unit in Family Relations and Social Development. You’ll examine leading-edge research and practical applications to explore how we make sense of ourselves.7 reasons to study a combined degree in Criminology and Psychology at MurdochUse real local data on local crime to generate hypotheses about crime patterns and trends. Graduate with two qualifications, a unique skillset and even more career opportunities. Your Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is a first step towards becoming a registered psychologist. Build your network from within our Law, Psychology and Criminology disciplines, making use of our strong ties to the Western Australian legal, psychology and business community. Learn from respected industry experts who often appear in the media to share their insights on current events and issues. Choose from a range of majors, including two majors only available at Murdoch – Crime Science and White Collar and Corporate Crime. Strong growth is predicted for Psychology jobs in Australia over the next 5 years*. *Source: Australian Government Job Outlook 2020

Forget what you’ve seen in the movies – psychology isn’t just about lying on a couch and talking.Learn about all the major fields in psychology to gain an understanding of how individual psychological differences develop. You’ll explore perception, emotion, learning, cognition, language, neuroscience and human development through the lifespan, as well as looking at the biological, social, and cultural influences on the individual person.In doing so you’ll learn how personality and individual differences develop, and the interplay between these things and psychological health and wellbeing. You’ll also gain an understanding of psychological disorders and treatments.You’ll have the chance to study psychology along with other subjects in science when you choose a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Build special expertise in the areas of psychology that most interest you.With a focus on the latest research in these fields, you’ll integrate your learning of subject matter with the research methods used to discover new knowledge in these fields.5 reasons to study Psychology at MurdochThis course is a first step towards becoming a registered psychologist. Get exposure to how research studies are conducted in your first year units, with participation in ongoing research rewarded with course credit. Five-star rating for student-teacher ratio, overall experience, student support and teaching quality.* *Source:Good Universities Guide 2020 Build a portfolio of highly sought after technical and interpersonal skills that will give you the opportunity to apply for jobs in a range of industries. Develop analytical skills alongside contemporary scientific research methods for investigating human minds and behaviour.

Would you like to build a career out of making a difference to people’s lives? Nurses do just that by providing healthcare in times of need – from acute health issues in emergency departments to home visits that assist the elderly to remain in their homes for longer.Combine the professional person-centred approach of nursing with psychosocial and biological sciences as you learn the skills needed to become a Registered Nurse. You’ll also be equipped with lifetime access to a web-based ePortfolio, to showcase your knowledge and experience to prospective employees when you graduate.You can complete your Nursing degree in three years of full-time study or within six years of part-time study.7 reasons to study Nursing at MurdochFive-star rating for learner engagement, overall experience, student support, teaching quality and skills development for nursing.* *Source: The Good Universities Guide, 2020 Gain experience in state-of-the-art clinical teaching wards and modern simulation suites. Complete 18 weeks of work experience in hospitals, aged care and community settings throughout WA. You’ll have the opportunity to apply to travel overseas for clinical placements in, Asia and the United Kingdom. Have access to our nursing eportfolio learning program to track continuing professional development throughout your degree. Gain industry recognised badges as you progress through the Patient Safety Competency Framework in Communication, Vital Signs, Assessment, Asepsis, and Medical Calculation and Administration. Learn from award-winning academics who have years of industry, research and teaching experience.

Become a qualified healthcare professional with the skills to diagnose and manage pain and disability of the spine and musculoskeletal system.As a chiropractor, you’ll be able to recognise the signs and symptoms of various disorders involving the musculoskeletal system and related pain syndromes. This course has a well-rounded scientific base combined with the evidence based clinical skills required, so you graduate ready to work.In this double degree, you will firstly complete a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science (3 years), giving you the knowledge you need in human biological sciences and introducing you to chiropractic skills and theory. You then progress on to the Bachelor of Clinical Chiropractic (2 years) in which you will learn the skills you need to practice as a primary contact healthcare professional. You must complete both degrees to be eligible for registration and clinical practice.6 reasons to study Chiropractic Science / Clinical Chiropractic at MurdochFive-star rating for overall experience, teaching quality and skills development for Health Services & Support.* *Source: Good Universities Guide 2020 Study at the only fully accredited chiropractic course in Western Australia. Be eligible for registration in Australia, New Zealand and many other parts of the world, so you can travel while you work. Learn in laboratory facilities specifically for chiropractic science, including a human anatomy laboratory. Gain hands-on experience working in Murdoch’s purpose built, on-campus chiropractic and rehabilitation clinic. You’ll build your professional practice skills while working with real patients and treating a range of different issues so you graduate with the confidence to treat patients when you commence work. Thinking of running your own business? Get the commercial skills needed to run your own practice through our practice management unit.

Do you want to be a veterinarian? Western Australia’s only Veterinary Science course will provide you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and practical experience necessary to solve the existing and emerging problems of our companion animals, livestock and wildlife.A science-based approach and hands-on experience will prepare you for the highest standard of work in the veterinary industry.To become a qualified veterinarian, you will need to complete a three-year, 6 semester Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Biology) that progresses into an integrated two-year, 6 trimester DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine). You are therefore able to complete your full qualification over 5 calendar years.Students with prior university study in a relevant discipline may be eligible for advanced standing for first year units, with an opportunity for an accelerated option to complete an additional mandatory first year unit over summer. These students can be considered for entry into the second year of the veterinary course, thereby completing the degree over 4 calendar years.6 reasons to study Veterinary Science at MurdochFive-star rating for skills development for Veterinary Science.* *Source: Good Universities Guide 2020 Be able to register as a veterinarian, to diagnose and treat diseases of animals, and to care for their health and welfare. Develop knowledge and skills that you can use to help your clients and their animals. Learn real-world skills in facilities that include veterinary teaching hospitals, clinics and working farm, all located on the Perth campus. Extend your experience with all species of animals by completing placements with animal shelters, the Perth Zoo and a wide range of farms and veterinary practices, both in Australia and internationally. Class sizes are restricted, so that you can make the most of the knowledge and practical training provided by some of the best veterinary teaching staff in Australia and beyond.

If you're unable to start this course in Australia, due to COVID-19 restrictions, you can start this course on-campus at Monash University Malaysia in semester one 2021, then continue in Australia once restrictions are eased. Find out more.The world needs pharmacists. As the experts on medicines and the way they interact with the body, pharmacists play a vital role in improving the health of their communities. As the global population grows and ages, and as medicines become more complex, the need for pharmacists intensifies.In 2020 we were named #2 in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. Only Oxford ranks higher. In part, this is because we believe the world doesn’t just deserve more pharmacists; it deserves better pharmacists. We’ve launched the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Master of Pharmacy to ensure our graduates go out into the world equipped with a higher level of learning.

If you're unable to start this course in Australia, due to COVID-19 restrictions, you can start this course on-campus at Monash University Malaysia in semester one 2021, then continue in Australia once restrictions are eased. Find out more.The world needs pharmacists. As the experts on medicines and the way they interact with the body, pharmacists play a vital role in improving the health of their communities. As the global population grows and ages, and as medicines become more complex, the need for pharmacists intensifies.In 2020 we were named #2 in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. Only Oxford ranks higher. This means that you’ll learn from experienced pharmacists and researchers and have access to some of the country's best-equipped facilities at our Parkville campus. We make sure our pharmacy students get plenty of practice accessing, assessing, and communicating medicines information to patients and to other health providers.

This course is also available as part of our new November intake. You can start your degree in November 2020 and complete four units before the academic year commences in March 2021. Learn how you can accelerate your studies. Please note that undergraduate courses in the November Intake are only available to international students.This globally relevant double degree responds to the increasing demand for professionals in the creative and cultural arts sector who have specialised knowledge and understanding of the art world combined with excellent business skills.Co-located with the nationally significant Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA), you’ll work with some of Australia’s most successful artists, art theorists and cultural commentators. Combined with a choice of 10 business majors you’ll gain a broad understanding of business in areas like management, marketing, accounting and more.

If you're unable to start this course in Australia, due to COVID-19 restrictions, you can start this course on-campus at Monash University Malaysia in semester one 2021, then continue in Australia once restrictions are eased. Find out more.Studies in Banking and Finance examine the systemised movement and management of money, involving granting credit, making investments, acquiring capital and providing financing facilities.From capital markets to financial forecasting – futures, derivatives, bonds, stocks and more – in a Bachelor of Banking and Finance you’ll explore what makes banking and finance such a central part of the world today, and learn the skills required to build a successful career.

There's more to explore at La Trobe. If you can't let go of unanswered questions. If you love learning. If you're passionate about the world around you… Then it's time to start your journey at La Trobe. With our flexible Bachelor of Arts, you can choose from an incredible array of majors and minors. You'll have access to over 50 majors and minors from humanities, social sciences, business, health and science, keeping your career options open. Pursue your passion and your profession. Gain real-world experience and build valuable connections that will shape your career. Take on an industry placement at organisations like SBS Radio, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre or the United Nations Association of Australia or travel overseas for an international sustainability experience.1 Many of our exchange programs are financially supported. Your dedicated course advisor will help you to find your path and explore new opportunities. The world is waiting for you. Step into it. You'll learn: Critical thinking Delve into complex problems. Experts say critical thinking will be a highly valued skill in the workforce of tomorrow. 2 Emotional intelligence Understand what drives our decisions. Learn how to connect to others with emotion and intelligence. Creativity Learn how to see new possibilities and turn them into reality. Communication Learn how to connect, communicate and collaborate with your university peers and future colleagues. 1 Subject to the Australian government's international travel restrictions and restrictions by host countries. 2 Forbes, 2019, The 10 Vital Skills You Will Need For The Future Of Work ; PwC, 2020, 10 skills you need for future employment The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.