La Trobe University

Bachelor of Criminology

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Our Bachelor of Criminology gives you the expertise, legal foundations and practical skills you need for a successful career in criminology.

  • Gain adaptable knowledge and skills in international crime, victimology and more.
  • Get real-world industry experience with organisations such as Victoria Police or the Victims of Crime Tribunal.
  • Build the foundations you need to transfer into a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) or a double law degree.
  • Expand your career options by taking criminology as a double degree and open doors to a wide range of industries.

Delivery mode

La Trobe University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Edwards Road, Flora Hill, Bendigo
  • Levels 2, 3 and 20, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Year 12 Completer

  • VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
  • HSC: One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 3), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 4).

Higher Education Study

  • Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

VET Study

  • Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

Work and Life Experience

  • Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
  • Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
  • Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
  • Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • A study score of 25 in any Humanities or Legal Studies equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $31,756 $111,600 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$31,756
Standard Tuition:
$111,600
Full Fee Tuition:
$31,756
Full Fee Tuition:
$111,600
Enquire with La Trobe University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 36 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $31,756 $111,600 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Criminology will prepare you for the following roles.

Intelligence Analyst

An Intelligence Analyst gathers, examines, and interprets data to support national security and intelligence efforts. You might work in government...

Avg yearly income $96,304
Entry barriers Low

Parole Officer

A Parole Officer plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system by supervising offenders released on parole. Responsibilities include assessin...

Avg yearly income $92,560
Entry barriers Low

Police Officer

A Police Officer enforces laws, investigates crimes and maintains public safety. You might gather evidence of alleged criminal activity and appear...

Avg yearly income $108,420
Entry barriers Low

Probation Officer

A Probation Officer supervises individuals who have been placed on probation instead of serving time in prison. You might work within the court sys...

Avg yearly income $73,424
Entry barriers Low

Law Enforcement Officer

A Law Enforcement Officer upholds the law and maintains public order. You might work in a variety of settings, such as patrolling communities, resp...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Correctional Officer

A Correctional Officer oversees daily operations at a prison or correctional facility. You might supervise inmates during their daily activities or...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

About La Trobe University

For more than 50 years, we have been transforming people and societies. We put our students at the centre of everything we do - with a dual emphasis on excellence and inclusivity.

With a proud history built on a mission to advance knowledge and learning to shape the future of our world, we are the most successful Australian university at combining accessibility and excellence. Our passionate teachers deliver globally recognised learning to our diverse student body.

Whether it’s our innovations in teaching and learning, our strong graduate employment outcomes or our leading research, the world’s most respected university ranking agencies consistently rate La Trobe among the world’s best.

Year after year, these results reflect our commitment to outstanding student experience, the career-readiness of our graduates, our ambitious research culture and our partnerships with communities, government and industry.