Psychology / Criminology, Double Degree Bachelor / Bachelor

Explore crime through interdisciplinary lenses such as law, sociology, and psychology, gaining skills to reduce and prevent criminal activity while supporting victims and offenders in the justice system. Delve into human cognition, motivations for offending, and rehabilitation strategies, with options to specialize in Legal Studies, Criminal Behaviour, or Crime Science. Combining this with a Bachelor of Psychology provides insights into human thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, drawing on cutting-edge research for practical applications. This degree serves as a foundation for psychology registration and diverse careers.Reasons to pursue Criminology and Psychology at Murdoch include building professional networks via strong community ties, selecting from specialized majors, and benefiting from top ratings for skills development in psychology. You will learn about criminal behaviour, international crimes, psychological science, cultural psychology, and the intersection of psychology and law. Career paths may include roles as a crime journalist, psychologist (with further study), crime prevention officer, community corrections officer, court administrator, or paralegal, spanning industries like media, government, and NGOs. The course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, with additional study required for professional registration.