CRIMINOLOGY

Behind every crime is a human story and we need innovative professionals to help get to the bottom of them. That’s where you come in. Help solve some of our biggest social issues and build a safer community by exploring crime in its broader social context.

Your Path To Criminology

Apply to enter directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Criminology with credit for relevant subjects completed through the Diploma of Arts or the Bachelor of Arts.

Discover Your Impact

Studying a double degree is a great way to broaden your career opportunities, and at La Trobe we have a wide range for you to choose from.

By studying a double degree, you’ll graduate with two degrees in a shorter time frame, with most reduced from six years of study down to four or five years. You’ll graduate with two study specialties under your belt and more than double your career possibilities.

Specialise In What You Care About

Understand how both crime and our response to it are shaped by gender, race, power and money. Learn how to solve real problems in your community and gain a deeper understanding of various specialised areas including forensic science, victimology, family violence, international crime, youth justice, prisons and deaths in custody.

Your Way Into A Fascinating Career

Some of Australia's most important social problems are waiting to be solved. With more than 45 years' experience teaching law and criminology, La Trobe is committed to the highest levels of excellence in teaching, practice and ethics.

Strong Industry Partnerships

The best kind of experience is on-the-job, so in your third year you can choose to take on an industry placement at organisations like Corrections Victoria, Victoria Police or the Victims of Crime Tribunal. At La Trobe University, you’ll deal with real clients and workplaces while you study.

PAIR YOUR STUDIES IN CRIMINOLOGY WITH A DOUBLE DEGREE TO EXPAND YOUR CAREER OPTIONS

Studying Criminology

AT LA TROBE HAS HELPED ME UNDERSTAND WHY PEOPLE END UP IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM AND WHAT WE CAN DO TO MITIGATE THAT.

GET REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE AND PUT THEORY INTO PRACTICE WITH A CLINICAL PLACEMENT IN CRIMINOLOGY

IT’S ALSO A REALLY FRIENDLY AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT TO BE A PART OF.

86.8% OF LA TROBE UNDERGRADUATES FOUND EMPLOYMENT WITHIN 4 MONTHS OF GRADUATION1