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Criminology

Crack the case. Change the system.

The biggest unknown isn't why crime happens. It's how you'll help build a fairer world.

In a world where systems often fail the communities they're meant to protect, the ability to understand root causes and develop evidence-based solutions for prevention and rehabilitation is crucial.

At UQ, criminology students investigate the causes and consequences of crime to drive change in justice systems and communities.

Discover your next step

Check out some of our most popular criminology programs. 

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Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Gain the skills and knowledge to contribute towards reducing and controlling crime problems that face contemporary society.
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Bachelors of Criminology and Criminal Justice / Arts

Prepare for a career as a criminologist with a second degree. The addition of Arts allows you to choose from more than 45 study areas across the humanities, social sciences and languages.

Can't choose?

We have plenty of degrees to explore including dual degrees for maximum career choices. 

Explore all criminology and law degrees

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If you’ve experienced financial hardship that’s affected your education, UQ’s equity scholarships remove financial barriers so you can pursue your dream degree.
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Check out on- and off-campus options. We have approved providers who prioritise UQ students.

Hear from our criminology students

Atanasia, Criminology student

So often, I've seen the youth justice system fail young people. I'm studying criminology because I want to be part of the system that doesn't fail.

Atanasia
Current student, Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Kaitlin Lynch

The subjects in my program were extremely diverse and would appeal to so many different people's interests. The teaching staff were some of the most understanding, caring and helpful people I have ever met.

Kaitlin Lynch
Graduate, Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours)

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