Criminology involves the study of the complex issues of crime and criminal justice. Criminologists work in federal and state justice agencies such as research and statistics institutes, police and courts. Correctional authorities also employ criminologists as researchers, assessors and policy advisers whilst others are in private practice providing consulting services for law reform, justice, forensic psychology, behavioural science, or crime statistics.

Griffith College, through its association with Griffith University, teach a well-designed and flexible program which is primarily a pathway to Griffith, well-matched to the syllabus and clearly informed by industry and research.

Students enrolled in this program will attend classes delivered by Griffith College on both Griffith University’s Mt Gravatt and Nathan campuses.

2016 Program fees

International students A$22,400

Australian citizens/permanent residents A$17,320

Program structure

First semester • Police Courts and Criminal Law• Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice• Understanding Social Problems • Academic and Professional Skills Development

Second semester • Law, Government and Policy• Homicide• Introduction to Forensic Psychology• Doing Criminology

Your pathway to Griffith University

Study in 2016 Study in 2017 Study in 2018

GC Sem 1 GC Sem 2 GC Sem3 GU Sem 1 GU Sem 2 GU Sem 1 GU Sem 2

Griffith College CRICOS code 082070G

Duration: 2 semesters (8 months) or 3 semesters (12 months)

Campus: Mt Gravatt

Intakes: February, June and October

You’re already there.

Diploma ofCriminology & Criminal Justice

2016

Griffith University Bachelor Degree

(Year 3)

Griffith University Bachelor Degree

(Year 2)

Griffith College Diploma (2-3 semesters 8-12 months)

High School

Students must successfully complete all 8 subjects in the Diploma and meet relevant entry criteria to articulate to the Griffith University Bachelor degree. Diagram is based on a 3 year Bachelor degree, studied full-time. A 4 year program will require an additional 2 semesters/1 year of full-time study. Students commencing study in Griffith College semesters 1 or 2, will be eligible for entry to 2nd year Griffith for GU semester 1 2016 (based on full-time study).

Entry requirements for Australian/New Zealand studentsCompletion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.

Successful study within different criminology and justice pathways assumes a minimum level of knowledge in certain subject areas (i.e. ‘assumed knowledge’). The table below provides guidance for Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice pathways.

The College offers a range of Bridging Subjects designed to satisfy assumed study areas. Students enrolled in the Diploma can undertake Bridging Subjects as part of their Diploma studies and still complete their award in just one year. For more information, please visit: griffithcollege.edu.au

Requirements

Assumed knowledge

Criminology and Criminal Justice English

Laws/ Criminology and Criminal Justice English

Laws English

Entry requirements for international studentsFor country-specific Entry Requirements, please visit: griffithcollege.edu.au

The table below provides details on English language (IELTS) and subject pre-requisite

requirements for Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice pathways. Details of minimum scores for other English testing systems are available at:griffithcollege.edu.au

Requirements

Program pathway English requirements Subject pre-requisites

Criminology and Criminal Justice IELTS 6.5 with no sub-score < 6.0 English

Laws/ Criminology and Criminal Justice IELTS 6.5 with no sub-score < 6.0 English

Laws IELTS 6.5 with no sub-score < 6.0 English

Upcoming semester dates

Year Intake Orientation Start date Mid semester break End date

2016 February 22–26 February 29 February 28 March –1 April 11 June

June 20–24 June 27 June 15–19 August 8 October

October 17-21 October 24 October 26-30 December 4 February 2017

2017 February 20–24 February 27 February 17-21 April 10 June

June 19–23 June 26 June 14–18 August 7 October

October 16-20 October 23 October 25-29 December 3 February 2018

Some exams may be held in the evenings and on Saturdays. A limited number of classes will be offered after hours. Some student may need to consider classes between 5.30pm and 9.30pm as part of their timetable, if daytime classes are unavailable. Students interested in taking classes after 5.00pm should consult a Griffith College Academic Advisor.

Contact usgriffithcollege.edu.auMt Gravatt Campus Telephone +61 7 3735 6900 Gold Coast Campus Telephone +61 7 5552 8500

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Pathways into second year Griffith University

Code Program Campus Credit pointsMin. GPA requirements

Intl. students Dom. students

1112 Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice Mt Gravatt 80 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1385 Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice Gold Coast 80 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

Credit eligibility for other programs

1483 Bachelor of Laws Nathan 40 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1484 Bachelor of Laws Gold Coast 40 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1402 Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice Nathan 80 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1466 Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice Gold Coast 80 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

Progression:Australian citizens and permanent residents: Upon successful completion of a Griffith College Diploma and achievement of a GPA ≥ 3.75, students will be guaranteed entry to the related Griffith program providing their rank is greater than or equal to the current QTAC cut-off for that program.

* The amount of credit available depends on the choice of Major within the degree. Contact the College for further details.

Please note: If your preferred Bachelor program is not listed above, please contact Griffith College to obtain more information on the possible pathway options.

80 credit points is equivalent to one year of full-time study. Completion of degrees where students obtain less than 80 credit points of advanced standing in the degree, may take additional time.

The information contained in this document is correct at 25/11/15; however, Griffith University and Griffith College reserve the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without notice.

Potential career paths for degree graduates• Community Conference Convening• Community Corrections• Criminal Justice • Security Consulting• State or Federal Police

• Customs• Strategic Crime Assessment • Legal Aid Administration• Investigation