This course acknowledges the intricate connections between crime and human psychology, and their influence on behavior, preparing you for careers in the criminal justice sector, including policing, corrections, juvenile justice, crime prevention, advocacy, intelligence, forensics, and customs.You will explore core areas of psychological science, from biological foundations to social influences on affect, behavior, and cognition, with strong training in research methods and opportunities for in-depth study in faculty expertise areas. Additionally, you will examine the complex causes of crime and innovative responses, key criminal justice issues like policing, sentencing, corrections, forensics, and victimization, to deepen your understanding of practice and employment, while gaining skills through a work placement.
A local representative of La Trobe University in Singapore is available online to assist you with enquiries about this course.