About the course

Gain a competitive edge in your law career by combining your Bachelor of Laws with a Bachelor of Criminology and explore the role and operation of law in the criminal justice sector. At Murdoch University you can combine a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with a Bachelor of Criminology. You’ll examine crime from a range of perspectives, including law, sociology and psychology and learn how to reduce or prevent crime, and help both the victims and offenders involved in the criminal justice system. When you combine your law degree with a Bachelor of Criminology, you can choose to major in Criminal Behaviour, Crime Science or White Collar and Corporate Crime. The Legal Studies major is not available as part of the combined structure.

　　3 reasons to study a combined degree in Law and Criminology at Murdoch- Work with local, national or international organisations on realprojects as part of our work integrated learning program. Some of our students have interned with the WA Police in the Evidence Based Policing Unit. Join WA’s largest and most successful mooting program, competing across Australia and the world. Earn credit towards your degree with hands on legal training in our award-winning clinic working with real clients in areas such as human rights, family law and indigenous issues.

　　A Bachelor of Criminology in Legal Studies will prepare you for a career that can make a real difference in the world. If you’re looking for an exciting career and the chance to make a difference, a major in Legal Studies within the field of criminology could really take you places. You’ll examine the Australian legal system and the way it shapes our society through a range of issues such as welfare law and human trafficking. Law transcends all industries. Find out how the law interacts with other areas, taking units in criminology as you study the foundations of business law and other areas of the law. You’ll learn about dispute resolution and have the opportunity to develop your own dispute resolution skills through role play and interactive activities. You will learn a variety of dispute resolution processes including negotiation, conciliation, mediation and arbitration. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Murdoch
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Murdoch

　　

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