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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology

Course code: #BP295P16

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $34,560 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    2 years

  • Min GPA

    70 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    077658K

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-March 06-March-2024 2024-03-06
Winter-July 24-July-2024 2024-07-24
Fall-March 06-March-2025 2025-03-06
Winter-July 24-July-2025 2025-07-24

Overview

Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology

This combination of an accredited psychology major with an applied criminology major prepares you for a variety of roles where dealing with people is paramount.

In this program at RMIT, you will develop an understanding of the psychology of crime, be able to conduct forensic interviews and provide case management for offenders, victims and clients with complex needs. 

You’ll learn key communication, risk assessment, behavioural analysis and research skills and gain a strong understanding of psychological theories and practice.

On completion of the degree, you will have developed the emotional and intellectual resources required for a challenging but rewarding career in the justice and human services fields.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$34,560

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room 0
Tuition 1 person $34,560

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents (If Applicable)
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Graduation/completion certificates

Note: Documents must be certified.

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

79
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

58
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

If you don't meet the English language test scores Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide as follows:

RMIT English Worldwide (REW):

REW courses are available in 6 levels with Entry requirements as follow:

REW levels of study  Elementary 
(10 weeks)  
Pre-Intermediate
(10 weeks)  
Intermediate 
(10 weeks)  
Upper-Intermediate 
(10 weeks)  
Advanced 
(10 weeks) 
Advanced Plus 
(10 weeks) 
IELTS  / IELTS Indicator
 
3.5 
no band <3.0  
4.0 
no band
<3.5  
4.5 
no band
< 4.0  
5.0 
no band
<4.5  
5.5 
no band
<5.0  
6.0 
No band 
<5.5 
TOEFL iBT   / TOEFL iBT® Special Home Edition28  30  33  40  (Minimum: Listening 3, Reading 3, Speaking 12, Writing 12)50  (Minimum: Listening 5, Reading 5, Speaking 14, Writing 15)60  (Minimum: Listening 9, Reading 10, Speaking 16, Writing 19)
PTE 23  30  33  36  42  50  
CAE----162169

Academic background and requirement

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 70%.

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

 

GPA

China:

Gao Kao (National College Entrance Examination, NCEE) - Beijing: 454

Gao San (Senior Middle 3)(Year 12): 80%

 

India: 

All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) - 10+2: 70%

Indian School Certificate (ISC): 70%

State Boards of Education (Higher Secondary Certificate, HSC): 75%

 

Foundation Studies

Foundation Studies is chosen by international students all over the world as their pathway to higher education at RMIT.

Foundation Studies gives you the opportunity to study the subjects that align with your interests and study goals. Choose from streams in:

  • Art, Design and Architecture
  • Business
  • Communication and Social Context
  • Engineering and Science
  • Health
  • Information Technology (IT).

Career opportunities

  • victim support officer
  • police officer
  • investigator
  • corrections officer
  • policy writer
  • crime analyst
  • security analyst
  • indigenous services liaison

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