Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Program Overview

This four-year program combines psychology and criminology, providing a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and the criminal justice system. Students explore topics such as social problems, criminal behavior, and psychological interventions, preparing them for careers in fields like probation, counseling, and crime prevention. The program emphasizes research methods, interpersonal skills, and practical applications, equipping graduates with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year 1
• Introduction to Psychology 1
• Interpersonal Skills
• Social Problems - (In)Equality and (In)Justice
• Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Introduction to Psychology 2
• Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
• Police, Courts and Corrections
• First Year Listed CCJ Elective
• Year 2
• Experimental Design and Analysis
• Law, Crime and Justice
• Crime, Society and Justice
• Psychology in Professional Contexts
• Cognitive Psychology
• Psychological Explanations of Criminal Behaviour
• Social and Cultural Psychology
• Counselling Skills
• Year 3
• Developmental Psychology
• Survey Design and Analysis
• Neurocriminology
• Wrongfully Convicted
• Listed CCJ electives
• Group Facilitation and Coaching Skills
• Year 4
• Psychology and the Justice System
• Biological Psychology
• Behaviour Change Skills
• Listed CCJ electives
• Free-choice electives

Careers:

• Probation and parole
• Community corrections
• Family services
• Counselling
• Child protection
• Program and policy development
• Research and administration
• Crime trend analysis
• Role of psychology in crime prevention