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Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice Administration)

Program code - title: BP023 - Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice Administration)

Campus

City campus

Description

Can you see yourself at the frontline of Australia’s border protection or working with Australia’s Federal Police? These are some of the many exciting career paths that are on offer when you study criminal justice at RMIT.

The skills you learn in this degree will enable you to work in many different areas, both locally and internationally.

Criminal justice administration at RMIT is at the cutting edge of the field, with a focus on preparing you for employment. Integral to your success will be the close links with criminal justice agencies that are built into the program design, development and delivery.

This degree has been developed in consultation with senior members of the Victorian judiciary, police (state and federal), Department of Justice, and the Department of Human Services Victoria. The program is highly regarded within the field.

This degree is popular among members of the police forces (state and federal), corrections, courts, customs and other agencies.

Global connections

You can choose to complete part of your studies abroad. Popular destinations for our students have been Canada and the United States, where they spend the semester studying criminal justice. You can also complete your field placement overseas in an agency of your choosing.

Work experience

You will complete a formal work placement of approximately 50 days in your final year of the degree, which enables you to gain a better understanding of practices in the workplace.

You will gain practical experience through an extensive supervised placement in a criminal justice agency in organisations that include Victoria Police, the Australian Federal Police, Customs and Border Security, Corrections, Community Corrections, the courts, and local authorities.

Duration

Three years full-time or six years part-time.

Pathways

Graduates of the following programs are eligible to apply for exemptions:

Graduates may continue their studies at RMIT by undertaking honours, master and even doctoral studies in applied criminology law, and allied fields.

Further information is available from RMIT’s School of Global Studies, Social Science and Planning.

Further information about gaining credit for previous study or experience

Further information about pathways

Career prospects

The career outlook for graduates is outstanding.

Graduates have been employed in diverse areas and roles such as Australian Federal Police, Victoria Police, Customs and Border Protection, Victorian Gaming Commission, Community Corrections, Department of Justice, Department of Human Services) and the Courts. Other avenues of employment include security management; private security firms; researchers; prisons administration; prosecutions; child protection; counselling; civil and criminal law firms; administrators; youth justice; dispute settlement; mediation; forensics and with a wide range of other organisations.

Professional recognition

Using RMIT’s strong links with federal and state governments and the wider justice sector, the degree produces industry-focused graduates.

Entrance requirements

RMIT has general requirements of entry which applicants are required to meet in order to demonstrate their capacity to successfully complete an RMIT program. The general requirements of entry for undergraduate programs can be found at www.rmit.edu.au/policies/students/selection.

Current Year 12 prerequisite units 3 and 4—a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English.

Equity access

Equity access schemes ensure that your individual circumstances are considered in the selection process for our programs. They give you an opportunity to provide more information about your achievements, background and preparedness for further study in support of your application to study at RMIT. Visit equity access for more information about what schemes are available, the eligibility criteria and how to apply.

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Application procedures

Semester one intake

Application closing date: Late September (timely)

Late applications may be accepted, please contact VTAC.

VTAC application

Applicants must apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) and are advised to check detailed information on entrance requirements, application procedures and closing dates. Applicants must meet all extra requirements and selection procedures listed through VTAC.

Note: RMIT program codes listed on this page should not be used when applying through VTAC.

Extra requirements

Selection mode current Year 12: ATAR and two-stage process with a middle-band of approximately 20%.

Middle-band: Completing legal studies, psychology, LOTE (any) or international politics: international studies = an aggregate 2 points higher per study, to a maximum of 6 points. Consideration may be given to the SEAS application.

Selection mode non-Year 12: Form, interview, GPA.

Form: Applicants must complete and submit an RMIT University Criminal Justice Supplementary Information Form by 30 September (late applicants by 11 November, very late applicants by 9 December). Applicants can also request the form by telephone (03) 9925 9767.

Interview (short-listed applicants only): Details will be provided by telephone or mail by November/December to the applicants required to attend. Interviews will be conducted in November/December. Only those applicants who are required to attend an interview will be contacted.

Please refer to the current VTAC Guide for full details on extra requirements.

Semester two intake (midyear entry)

Application closing date: 31 May

To apply for midyear entry at RMIT you will need to apply online at www.rmit.edu.au/programs/apply

Not all RMIT programs will accept applications for midyear entry. A list of programs accepting midyear applications is published in May at www.rmit.edu.au/programs/midyear

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Fees

Detailed information regarding fees for degree and TAFE programs, including for Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), State Government Subsidised Place (SGSP) and Fee Paying Place (FPP), can be found by clicking the further information link below.

Scholarships

RMIT is committed to enriching and transforming the futures of our students and will award more than 2000 scholarships worth millions of dollars in 2012.

RMIT’s scholarships help to recognise and foster academic achievement in our students, as well as assist students from a variety of backgrounds to realise their tertiary and career dreams. Visit RMIT Scholarships for further information.

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Program structure

You will study 17 core courses and six electives. The electives will allow you to specialise in a particular field or skill area. Elective specialisations include criminal intelligence, criminal behaviour analysis, drug-related crime, forensic studies, international policing, customs, women and international justice, youth justice, criminal law, principles of evidence, and terrorism.

In year one, you will study seven core subjects and one elective. You will be introduced to key institutions and concepts in criminal justice, including policing and the correctional system. You will also learn about the uses of technology in crime, crime investigation, cross cultural communication, and psychology.

In second year, you will study six core subjects and two electives. You will learn more about theories in crime and offending, the correctional system, public policy and social research. You will also study international human rights and global crime.

In third year, you will study four core subjects and three electives. You will be prepared for employment in the criminal justice sector by studying theories about working in organisations, crime prevention, and the ethical practices expected of those who work in the administration of criminal justice.

The following program structure(s) are linked to this program.

Contact details

Info Corner
330 Swanston Street (cnr La Trobe Street)
Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel. +61 3 9925 2260
Email: study@rmit.edu.au

OR

Michele Ruyters
School of Global Studies, Social Science and Planning
Tel. +61 3 9925 2537
Fax: +61 3 9925 3412
Email: michele.ruyters@rmit.edu.au

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Disclaimer

Although RMIT endeavours to ensure the accuracy of this information, there is no guarantee it will remain accurate all year. Applicants are advised to confirm program details with the appropriate school before making an application.