Criminology and Policing

Bachelor degree

Crime is a complex phenomena, which requires it to be viewed from various perspectives. In a joint-venture with Victoria Police, the Bachelor of Criminology and Policing is the only course of its kind in Victoria.

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Criminology and Policing - A2014

Criminology and Policing - A2014

In this three-year program, you’ll complete the core requirements of the Monash Bachelor of Criminology, and have the opportunity to apply to undertake a Diploma of Policing, undertaken at the Victoria Police Academy in your third year.

The breadth and depth of our Bachelor of Criminology is a great foundation for anyone considering a career in policing or criminal justice. You will gain an understanding of crime, the broader context in which crime occurs, the drivers of criminal behaviour, and the limits of formal and informal responses to crime.

This course will provide you with the chance to apply to join Victoria Police and if successful, continue your studies at the Victoria Police Academy, where you will gain practical experience and go on to work in the police force.

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See the Bachelor of Criminology and Policing FAQ's.

At a glance

Subject prerequisites

English	Maths	Sciences / Other
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Location	On-campus at Clayton: Full time & part time
Duration	3 years (full time) 6 years (part time)
Start date	First semester (February)
Qualification	Bachelor of Criminology and Policing

Fees

Information about fees

Course Handbook

Entry requirements
Course structure
Applications and Fees

Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course.

Qualifications

Equivalent Australian Year 12

Recent secondary education

ATAR requirements

ATAR

RC

Note Range of criteria

70

Note Monash guarantee for 2023 entry ^RC

68.00

Note Lowest ATAR to which an offer was made in 2023 ^RC

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Subject prerequisites

All applicants must satisfy the following prerequisites or their equivalents.

Australian VCE subjects

English

Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 27 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL

Maths

N/A

Sciences/Other

N/A

IB subjects

English

At least 4 in English SL or 3 in English HL or 5 in English B SL or 4 in English B

Maths

N/A

Sciences/Other

N/A

VET Study

VET Diploma graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a Humanities or Social Science based diploma will require an average result of at least 60%. Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a Humanities or Social Science based diploma will require an average result of at least 70% Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.

VET Certificate IV graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a Humanities or Social Science based Cert IV will require an average result of at least 80% Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements. No credit is granted for these studies.

Higher education

To be considered on the basis of tertiary study alone, applicants who have completed VCE or equivalent will be required to complete the equivalent of one year (48 credit points) of a recognised university degree and will require an average result of at least 60% (including failed units). For applicants who have completed less than the equivalent of one year of study, both the senior secondary qualification results and the units completed will be considered.

For applicants who do not have any formal qualifications completion of two single units at an Australian higher education or equivalent overseas educational institution satisfy minimum entry requirements, but four units are recommended to be competitive for selection, especially in Humanities or Social Science areas. Applicants should have at least a 60% average in their studies (including failed units). Studies must have been completed within five years of intended commencement.

Work and life experience

Multiple pathways to this course

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 12 are eligible to apply for this course.

Applicants with no formal secondary or tertiary qualifications are not eligible to apply for this course. This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

There are many ways to gain entry to a course at Monash. If you don't meet our entry requirements, there are pathways to help. More about alternative pathways...

Additionally, we recognise that some applicants may have experienced difficulties that have disadvantaged them when applying for university. We offer a range of special admissions schemes that may help you gain entry to your chosen course, including pathways for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students. .More about special admissions schemes...

Alternative qualifications and prerequisites

For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Extra Requirements

VTAC applicants - must complete the Supplementary form for VTAC applicants providing information about interests and suitability for the course.

Other applicants not applying through VTAC - must complete the Supplementary form for current Monash and non-year 12 students.

Special requirements

You will be required to apply for entry into the Diploma of Policing at the end of your first year of studies. If you are not accepted into the Diploma of Policing you will be transferred to A2008 Bachelor of Criminology.

The course develops through five themes that combine to underpin criminology studies:

Part A. Expert knowledge

This will provide you with a foundational understanding of crime as a complex phenomenon, its social, economic and political impact, and the advantages and limitations associated with different strategies to address it. Students will gain an advanced understanding and develop critical thinking skills to reflect on important social issues such as inequality, vulnerability, and risk that have significant implications for the way we think about and deliver responses to crime, social justice, and security both in Australia and internationally.

Part B. Global reach and focus

This will enable you to develop an understanding of crime as a truly global phenomenon. You will learn about national and international criminal threats and develop the capacity to think critically about the role of states in creating crime and social harm. From a comparative standpoint, students will study the ways that crime manifests in different jurisdictions and how different societies define, govern and respond to crime. Students will gain practical and theoretical knowledge.

Part C. Collaboration and Innovation

You will develop a suite of transferable professional skills to respond effectively to pressing criminal concerns. Students will learn the skills to engage necessary stakeholders to allow them to effectively formulate, influence and evaluate crime and justice policies and practices in a variety of professional contexts. You will develop a critical understanding and develop advanced communication skills for collaborative problem solving and be competent in working in teams to address the problem of crime.

Part D: Free elective study

Free elective units enable students to further their knowledge of criminology and policing more broadly, or to select units from across the University in which they are eligible to enrol. For students in a double degree course, some units required for the other degree can also be credited as electives towards the criminology specialist degree.

Part E. Policing studies

You will have the opportunity to apply to join the Police force and continue your studies in a practical way, gaining real world experiences. Please refer to ‘Special Requirements’. If you are successful in gaining entry to the Police Academy, you will complete two Monash Professional projects in policing units online whilst completing a Diploma of Policing at the Police Academy in your third year.

Course map

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Making the application

Future students

Note: Please make sure you read the extra requirements before you apply.

Semester one (February)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Apply through VTAC

Current Monash students

Note

The following information applies to domestic students only.

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer...

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

The average annual student contribution amount is:

A$15,142

Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.

Fee assistance

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year.

A$28,500

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other fees

The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.

Criminology and Policing

Bachelor degree

ATAR

RC

70

68.00

Criminology and Policing - A2014

At a glance

Subject prerequisites

Course Details

Location

Duration

Start date

Qualification

Fees

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

Qualifications

Alternative qualifications and prerequisites

English requirements

University entrance requirements

Extra Requirements

Special requirements

Course map

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Current Monash students

Self assess for credit eligibility

Fees

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

Fee assistance

Full fee

Scholarships

Other fees