Bachelor of Justice Studies

The Bachelor of Justice Studies will equip you with an in-depth understanding of the structure, concepts and underlying principles of the justice system.

Within the unique legal context of the nation’s capital – which covers both ACT and federal jurisdictions – you’ll explore the practical and theoretical issues that arise in developing, managing and administering justice policy.Choose to study the specialist electives which interest you, including human rights, judicial administration in civil and family law, or criminal justice issues.

You’ll gain skills in advocacy, communication, problem solving, negotiation and mediation, and will graduate work-ready for a range of professional roles in the civil and criminal justice sectors, responsible for developing and implementing justice policy and improving access to justice.As part of the course’s Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component, you’ll undertake an internship placement of 75 hours in an area of your choosing.

You’ll apply practical skills, including analysis, research, problem solving and writing, in a law or justice workplace.

Past student internship examples have included time at community legal centres, courts, the Commonwealth Ombudsman, federal and ACT government departments (including Justice and Community Safety), the Australian Federal Police Association, and community organisations, such as Victim Support ACT and Legal Aid ACT.You’ll also participate in a virtual work experience program where you will study highly practical units, such as dispute management.

The program will draw together theoretical, practical and professional skills and knowledge in a capstone project, where you will focus on your real-world area of interest or potential future employment goal.The Bachelor of Justice Studies is not an accredited course, but is taught in conjunction with the Bachelor of Laws degree, which is accredited by the ACT Law Society.

Bachelor of Justice Studies (72 credit points) Award Options - Must select 1 of the following

• Bachelor - 72 credit points as follows Open Electives - 24 credit points as follows Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units. Required - 48 credit points as follows CM0011 Core Major in Justice Studies (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 11251 - Foundations of Law and Justice - 6 cp, Level 1 11252 - Dispute Management - 3 cp, Level 1 11253 - Law and Justice Internship - 3 cp, Level 3 11254 - Capstone Law and Justice - 3 cp, Level 4 11255 - Civil Justice - 3 cp, Level 1 11256 - Criminal Justice - 3 cp, Level 1 11257 - Law and Society - 3 cp, Level 1 SM0029 Specialist Major in Justice Studies (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 12 credit points as follows 11236 - Investigating and Explaining Society - 3 cp, Level 1 11258 - Advocacy and Communication - 3 cp, Level 2 11259 - Gender and the Legal System - 3 cp, Level 2 11260 - Vulnerability and the Law - 3 cp, Level 2 Restricted Choice - Must pass 12 credit points from the following 11195 - Workplace Law in Context - 3 cp, Level 3 11261 - Advanced Criminal Justice - 3 cp, Level 3 11262 - Comparative Law - 3 cp, Level 3 11263 - Current Issues in Law and Justice - 3 cp, Level 2 11264 - Environmental and Planning Law - 3 cp, Level 3 11265 - Family Law - 3 cp, Level 3 11266 - Human Rights in Context - 3 cp, Level 3 11267 - International Law - 3 cp, Level 3 11268 - Law and Justice Internship Extended (6cp) - 6 cp, Level 3 11269 - Law Reform and Social Change - 3 cp, Level 3 11270 - Law, Culture and Creativity - 3 cp, Level 3 11271 - Law, Innovation and Technologies - 3 cp, Level 3 11272 - Law and Justice Research Project - 3 cp, Level 3 11380 - Law and Justice Internship Extended (12cp) - 12 cp, Level 3 11571 - BGL Research Internship - 3 cp, Level 3
• Diploma - 24 credit points as follows Open Electives - 3 credit points from the following Must pass 3 credit points from anywhere in the University. Required - Must pass 21 credit points as follows 11236 - Investigating and Explaining Society - 3 cp, Level 1 11251 - Foundations of Law and Justice - 6 cp, Level 1 11252 - Dispute Management - 3 cp, Level 1 11255 - Civil Justice - 3 cp, Level 1 11256 - Criminal Justice - 3 cp, Level 1 11257 - Law and Society - 3 cp, Level 1

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Assumed Knowledge

None.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.