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Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Develop an understanding of the nature and causes of crime in society and open a pathway to further study in law in this insightful course.
Undergraduate certificate
Qualification
6 months full-time
Duration
Mar, Jul, Nov
Start Date
4
Units
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Learning Mode
$8,496*
Fees
Take the first step towards a career in criminal justice
The Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology is a pathway qualification into working in the field of law. Ideal for those considering a career in criminal law, this course provides an introduction to fundamental concepts of criminology. In this short, four-unit course, students will develop an understanding of the major theoretical models of crime and the construction of the Australian legal system. They will also learn about the procedures the legal system uses to respond to criminal offences.
This undergraduate certificate is composed of four units, typically requiring six months full-time study to complete.
Students who complete this undergraduate certificate and meet the minimum grade requirement will gain entry into the Bachelor of Laws. Completed units will be credited to the Bachelor of Laws or an alternate degree if preferred.
What will you learn?
- Legal Theory: Develop an understanding of the principles of the Australian legal system, with a specific focus on how it responds to criminal offences.
- Nature of Crime: Learn about the various sociological and psychological theories of crime and criminal behaviour and how these theories influence policy responses.
- Criminal Law Procedure: Learn about the procedures of the Australian criminal justice system, evaluating relevant legislation to help deepen your understanding.
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Structure
Structure
Your course structure
The Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology consists of four core units:
- Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice (COM10011)
- Introduction to Law (LAW10021)
- Fundamentals of Criminology (CRI10002)
- Criminal Law and Process (LAW10024)
Why study an Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology with Swinburne Online? Our courses are at the forefront of industry and provide you with the practical skills to success come graduation.
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Studying with Swinburne Online is a unique opportunity. Our courses are at the forefront of industry and provide you with the practical skills to success come graduation. View all units in your undergraduate certificate.
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Entry requirements
Students must meet any of the below criteria in order to enter this course:
- Hold a Year 12 certificate of completion (Minimum ATAR requirements may apply.); or
- Completion of a Cert IV or partial completion of a Diploma or above in any field; or
- Can demonstrate relevant work experience and meet the language, literacy and numeracy requirements to study at the diploma level.
This course is not available to international students.
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne, for general information about the admission process.
Pathways
Pathways
Take the next step in your career
The Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology equips students with foundational skills essential for a career in law, while also offering an alternative pathway to future study.
Bachelor of Laws
Students who complete all four units of the Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology with a 60% average mark are eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Laws. All four units will be credited to the Bachelor of Laws. This pathway is open to all students who meet the entry criteria.
Fees
Fees
The estimated fee for this course is $8,496*.
Commonwealth provided loans are available to assist eligible students to pay their course fees and there are a range of university, government and privately funded scholarships and prizes.
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Course fees may change without notice and will be affected by a student’s unit selection and any credit awarded in recognition of previous academic experience.
This course is not available to international students.
Domestic students also contribute to student services and amenities via an annual fee.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. You may be eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Flexible study
Flexible study
What does flexible study mean for me?
Studying at Swinburne Online gives you the freedom to study how it suits you. Decide when and where it fits in with your life and tailor your study journey to your own needs. Get a world-class degree without giving up what’s important.
Flexible study at Swinburne Online
Personalised study journey
Set a study pace that work with what’s going on in your life. If you’re unsure about how much you can commit to, we can offer part-time options and the option of increasing your unit load as your progress. Interested in fast-tracking your studies? You also have the opportunity to complete up to 12 units per year.
Fit study around your life
You don’t have to put your life on hold to study. Prioritise what matters to you and fit study around family, work and personal commitments through a course that is flexibly designed for online learners.
Multiple intakes
Start when it suits. Swinburne Online offers multiple intake dates and flexible unit availability, so you can choose when you begin your studies or if you need to take a break.
7-day support
Flexible study requires flexible support. As a Swinburne Online student, you’ll have support for extended hours, seven days a week, with Student Advisors available to help with any queries. You will also have dedicated online tutors in each of your units.
How you'll learn
How you'll learn
Learning designed for online
Your study journey with Swinburne Online is tailored to the digital space. You’ll study in a dynamic virtual classroom environment and interact with your peers in the custom-built social platform. You will also receive support at the times you need it from advisors who understand studying online.
Online classroom
You’ll complete each of your units in Canvas, your online classroom, and be guided through coursework by an online tutor with real-world experience in your field of study. Canvas is where you’ll access classes, assignments and discussion boards with your peers.
Online campus
The Student Hub is your online campus, where you’ll access the support and resources to assist you throughout your study journey. From managing your course to technical support and library resources, you’ll find it all in one easy location.
Tailored support
Swinburne Online will be there for you each step of the way. From enrolment through to graduation, we offer extended, flexible support in each unit and advisors to assist with anything from technical support to referencing.
Accreditations
The Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology (CU-CRIJUSS) is nationally accredited with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and recognised by Registered Training Organisations (RTO) and Universities across Australia.
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FAQs
What are other students asking?
Q.
Am I able to study at Swinburne Online if I don't live in Victoria?
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You can study at Swinburne Online from any state or territory in Australia, as long as you meet the entry requirements for your online course and have an Internet connection!
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Is an online qualification a real qualification?
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Yes, students of Swinburne Online graduate with the exact same qualification as a student at Swinburne University of Technology. Not only does your graduation certificate look exactly the same, your coursework will cover all the same topics – we just transpose the information and assessment tasks so that they are perfectly suited to an online classroom.
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Do you offer HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP?
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We offer either HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP to Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa-holders for all of our university courses. For undergraduate degrees, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for all students who meet the entry criteria. HECS-HELP is available for Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa-holders as part of their CSP offer.
New Zealand citizens and Australian permanent residents will need to pay their unit fees up front, but will be eligible for our domestic student fee. For postgraduate courses, Australian citizens and Permanent Humanitarian visa-holders that are eligible for courses, will be able to use FEE-HELP to pay their tuition fees. International students are not eligible for any Australian government fee assistance.