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Bachelor of Criminology (Honours)

Study Criminology at Flinders

Explore the world of crime.

Gain a broad understanding of criminological theory and its applications in criminal justice contexts. You will have the opportunity to learn from world-class researchers in such areas as transnational crime, policing and security, organised crime, cybercrime, terrorism, corrections and corruption. Learn to apply your knowledge and skills in professional settings and to succeed within this growing field.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2024 selection rank

90.00

Guaranteed selection rank

95.00

TAFElink

Advanced Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234941 (Bedford Park) 284251 (City)

Delivery mode
In person:
  • – Bedford Park
  • – City
Online: No
Duration

4 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee
  • 2025 : $16,992 (CSP)
Start dates
  • – March
  • – July

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234941 (Bedford Park)

284251 (City)

Why undertake an Honours year in
Criminology at Flinders?

  • Work with internationally recognized experts in criminology
  • Access excellent research facilities
  • Develop transferable analytical, collaborative, communication and presentation skills
  • Establish relationships with scholars, and partners in government and industry
  • Help address urgent social questions relating to global, national and local crime issues
  • Undertake a newly-expanded Industry Project topic, where you will work to solve a real-world problem
  • Complete an Industry-Sponsored Honours project that will have a real impact on how the justice system responds to crime

Your career

Flinders Criminology graduates have enjoyed wide choice of careers and diverse employment trajectories in Australia and overseas. Many, for example, move into employment within the wide range of operational services associated with criminal justice system.

Others work across various support and welfare services that are crucial to positive justice outcomes for offenders, victims and other vested interests. Elsewhere, Flinders Criminology graduates have applied their knowledge and skills across a range of research, policy-making, teaching and training outlets - obtaining employment through governments, universities and in other educational contexts.

Potential occupations include:

  • assistant advocacy officer
  • youth justice case manager
  • community corrections officer
  • investigation support officer.

Potential career pathways include:

  • research and/or teaching
  • public policy development (local, state, federal)
  • the criminal justice system – eg police, regulatory or intelligence services (state or federal), corrections, and court administration
  • rehabilitation, counselling-related or welfare services, child safety and social work
  • private security.
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What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:
  • foundational topics in criminology introducing areas such as crime and criminology, the criminal justice system, and law in Australian society
  • a choice of topics in psychology, political science, and sociology.

Second year

A typical second year may include:
  • enhanced topics building on first year that explore theory, research and contemporary criminological issues pertaining to criminal law, policing and society, punishment, and research methods
  • the choice from a wide range of option topics that reflect your interests in this diverse field, including forensic science, violent crime, crimes against populations, and terrorism
  • a choice in psychology, gender and Australian studies.

Third year

A typical third year may include:
  • exposure to advanced topics where you will apply your knowledge of criminology theory and advanced research methods and analysis
  • a choice of innovative and topical option topics providing enhanced understanding of areas such as criminal networks, corporate crime, international criminal justice, the Italian mafia, borders, migration and security, and miscarriages of justice, among others.

Honours year

A typical honours year may include:
  • honours-level topics in advanced theory and research application, and applied research methods
  • an honours thesis comprising an independent research project supervised by one of our academic researchers
  • field research through our work placement program.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

  • Develop research and analytical skills.
  • Study practical topics to equip you for employment in intelligence analysis, community corrections, community development, and child safety work.
  • Undertake our work placement program during honours and receive on-the-job training in an area of interest with one of our diverse partners and providers (eg. state and federal government agencies, and the private and not-for-profit sectors).

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas with a student exchange program.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes: 
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made 
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer 95.10 97.95
Median rank to receive an offer 69.90 74.70
Lowest rank to receive an offer 54.15 65.40

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2025 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students
Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) Number of students Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) 24 27%
Vocational education and training (VET) study <5 <5
Work and life experience <5 <5
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) 39 44%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) 5 6%
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) 12 13%
International Students <5 <5
All students 89 100%

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

Expand your career options by combining this degree with the:

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How to apply

1

Choose your preferred course.

 

2

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

 

3

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

 

4

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Apply via SATAC

234941 (Bedford Park)

284251 (City)

Flinders students can apply to transfer to this course internally. Visit: www.flinders.edu.au/internaltransfer for more information.

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

Find the entry path that’s right for you.

Explore our pathways

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the Bachelor of Law and Society.

How to apply

1

Select your course.

 

2

Check entry requirements.

 

3

Check your eligibility for credit.

 

5

Obtain certified documents.

 

6

Submit your application and documents.

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If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

Find out more

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice. 

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

Course enquiries

For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.

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Last Updated: 01 Aug 2025