Bachelor of Criminology

Criminology is the study of crime and deviance – seeking to understand the causes of crime, the extent and consequences of crime, as well as methods of crime prevention.

Students can take a major or minor in:  Forensic Medicine (minor only) Politics Psychology Public Health

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Bachelor of Criminology

Example Study Plan

Study plans are available on the Faculty of Arts website.

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

Career Readiness

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Potential careers

Counsellor, Police Officer, Statistician, Intelligence Officer, Jury Consultant, Parliamentary Adviser, Parole Officer, Correctional Officer, Court Officer, Crime Analyst, Criminologist, Cyber Defender, Rehabilitation Program Worker, Social Inclusion Officer, Forensic Psychologist, Forensic Scientist, Fraud investigator, Government Policy Advisor, Youth Worker, Judicial Associate, Community Services Officer