Some of Australia’s most important social problems are waiting to be solved. Students will learn how to create innovative solutions to social issues and build a safer community in the Bachelor of Criminology.
Students will explore crime in its broader social context. They will understand how both crime and the response to it are shaped by gender, race, power and money. Students will learn how to solve real problems in their community and gain a deeper understanding of various specialized areas including forensic science, victimology, family violence, international crime, youth justice, prisons and deaths in custody.
With more than 45 years’ experience teaching law and criminology, La Trobe is committed to the highest levels of excellence in teaching, practice and ethics. Students will gain invaluable experience with internships and work placements. In the third year, students can choose to take on an industry placement at organizations like the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Corrections, Victoria Police or the Victims of Crime Tribunal.
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Students learn:
- Criminal justice – Explore how deviance and crime are understood by different parts of society. Explore the role of courts, police and prisons.
- Causes of crime – Explore the complex causes of crime, including how social factors intersect with the criminal justice system.
- International crime – Understand how crimes transcend borders. Analyze responses from the international community.
- Forensic science – Learn about the role of forensic sciences in the criminal justice process.
- Practical skills – Enhance graduate job potential by undertaking electives in case management or industry internships.
