Bachelor of Psychology, Criminology and Justice
Edith Cowan University
About
This course is designed for students who wish to pursue further study in the area of psychology, criminology, or justice, or those who wish to be employed within the criminal justice system.
The course equips students with skills in analysing, researching behaviour and explaining interactions between people and their environment.
Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
PSY1101 | Introduction to Psychology | 15 |
PSY1115 | Psychology of Motivation and Emotion | 15 |
CRI1107 | The Criminal Justice Process | 15 |
CRI1103 | Criminology | 15 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY1210 | Biopsychology, Sensation and Perception | 15 |
PSY1204 | Social Determinants of Behaviour | 15 |
CRI1104 | The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour | 15 |
CRI2201 | Critical Aspects of Policing | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY2102 | Fundamentals of Psychological Inquiry | 15 |
PSY2105 | Psychology of Personality and Individual Differences | 15 |
CRI2115 | Psychology and Criminal Justice | 15 |
CRI2101 | Professional Skills - Case Management | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY2231 | Developmental Psychology | 15 |
PSY2204 | Learning, Memory and Cognition | 15 |
CRI2103 | Correctional Studies - Theory and Practice | 15 |
CRI2202 | Youth Justice | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
PSY3105 | Advanced Methods of Psychological Inquiry | 15 |
PSY3343 | Abnormal Psychology | 15 |
CRI3120 | Aboriginal Australians in the Criminal Justice System | 15 |
Plus, select one unit from the following: | ||
CRI3105 ^ | Community Corrections (Theory and Practice) | 15 |
CRI3112 ^ | Operational Policing | 15 |
LAW4130 ^ | Innocence Project | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY3217 | Cultural Issues in Psychology | 15 |
PSY3225 | Applications of Psychological Literacy | 15 |
Plus, select two units from the following: | ||
CRI3109 ^ | International Human Rights | 15 |
CRI3206 ^ | Misconduct and Corruption Prevention | 15 |
LAW4130 ^ | Innocence Project | 15 |
^ Core Option
Entry requirements
Admission requirement (Band 3)
All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.
English Language requirement (Band 3)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.
Learning outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and technical discipline situations.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise/synthesise complex psychology, criminology and justice knowledge/problems.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions and responses relevant to psychology, criminology and justice.
- Use digital technologies and psychology, criminology and justice related literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
- Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values through appropriate psychology, criminology and justice methods.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and scholarship.
- Communicate psychology, criminology and justice knowledge and ideas clearly, coherently and with independence.
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