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Bachelor of Social Work / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

The Bachelor of Social Work / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice is a double degree program that explores the social causes and consequences of crime and disadvantage. Students will gain a deep understanding of Australia's criminal justice system, including law enforcement, crime policy, the court system, and custodial and community corrections.

Program Structure

The program consists of 36 courses and 480 units, which can be completed in 5 years of full-time study or equivalent part-time study. The program is divided into three levels: introductory, developing, and graduate.

Introductory Courses

• COU176 Group Processes and Practice
• COU180 Therapeutic Communication Skills
• CRM101 Introduction to Criminology
• CRM102 Understanding Crime
• CRM103 Punishment and Corrections
• CRM105 Policing
• JST101 Justice and the Australian Legal System
• SCS101 Foundations of Human Behaviour
• SCS110 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
• SCS130 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
• SWK100 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories
• SWK172 Introduction to Social Work and Human Services

Developing Courses

• CRM204 Applied Crime Prevention
• CRM205 Criminal Law
• CRM206 Professional Development
• SCS225 Social Research
• SWK200 Social Work Practice in Various Organisational Settings
• SWK202 Mental and Physical Health and Wellbeing
• SWK251 Working with First Nations Peoples and Multicultural Communities
• SWK277 Working With Children, Youth and Families
• SWK278 Ethics, Law and the Helping Professions
• SWK286 Disability: Culture, Community and Change

Graduate Courses

• CRM304 Professional Ethics and Integrity Management
• CRM308 Diversity, Crime and Justice
• CRM309 Working with Victims and Offenders
• SWK300 Social Work Field Education 1
• SWK302 Community Development and Social Action
• SWK304 Direct Practice 1
• SWK306 Direct Practice 2
• SWK400 Social Work Field Education 2
• SWK401 Critical Social Policy Analysis
• SWK407 Context Responsive Social Work Practice

Discipline Elective Courses

Students must select 4 discipline elective courses from the following options:

• CRM201 Criminal Profiling & Intelligence
• CRM203 Homicide, Investigations & Forensic Science
• CRM302 Youth Justice & Restorative Justice
• CRM305 Professional Placement
• CRM307 Crime Research Methods
• CRM309 Working with Victims and Offenders
• CRM310 Introduction to Cyber Crime
• JST202 International Justice and Human Rights

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Social Work / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice may pursue careers in:

• At-risk youth support
• Community agencies
• Community development and education
• Crime and justice research and policy
• Crime victim support services
• Government agencies
• Mental health
• Offender transition-from-prison programs
• Organisational management
• Policy development and analysis
• Private practice
• Social research
• Youth advocacy

Accreditation

The social work component of the program is fully accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Program Requirements

To graduate, students must:

• Successfully complete 480 units as outlined in the program structure
• Successfully complete 2 field education placements for a total of 1000 hours (SWK300 Social Work Field Education 1 and SWK400 Social Work Field Education 2) in different settings
• Complete a minimum of 140 hours of face-to-face classroom-based learning, with a focus on professional practice skills

Location and Duration

The program is available at the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay campuses, with a duration of 5 years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Indicative Fees

The indicative fee for 2026 is A$15,434 for Commonwealth-supported students, and A$29,500 for full-fee paying students.

Entry Threshold

The minimum entry threshold is an ATAR/Rank of 55.00.

QTAC Code

The QTAC code for this program is not specified.

Start Dates

The program can be started in Trimester 1 or Trimester 2.

Student Profile

The student profile for this program is not specified.

Entry Requirements

For entry into the Bachelor of Social Work / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice, students must meet the minimum entry requirements, which include:

• Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
• Achievement of a minimum ATAR/Rank of 55.00
• English language proficiency

Inherent Academic Requirements

The Inherent Academic Requirements for this program include:

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to analyze and evaluate information
• Ability to apply knowledge and skills in a practical setting

Pathways

Pathways to this program include:

• Headstart Program for Year 10 to 12 students
• Early Offer Guarantee scheme for Year 12 students
• Prior study or work experience
• Tertiary Preparation Pathway
• Indigenous Direct Entry and Access Scheme (IDEAS)

Fees and Scholarships

The program offers Commonwealth-supported places and full-fee paying places, with indicative fees for 2026 starting at A$15,434 for Commonwealth-supported students and A$29,500 for full-fee paying students. Scholarships and bursaries are also available to help students cover the costs of study.

How to Apply

Domestic students can apply through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC), while international students can apply directly to the University of the Sunshine Coast.