Bachelor of Criminology – Bachelor of Laws

About the course

This double degree combines criminology and law to build understanding of crime, justice and the legal frameworks that govern society. You’ll study the causes of crime and social responses alongside a comprehensive legal education, developing research, analysis and advocacy capabilities. The program is designed for students seeking a broad, complementary pathway in criminology and legal studies at bachelor level. The programme builds legal reasoning, case analysis, and professional ethics for legal practice and public service pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across legal practice, justice and policy settings where crime and law intersect. Career paths may include criminal lawyer, criminologist, crime analyst, social policy advisor, advocacy and community development roles, and positions in public service or government agencies. The combination supports work that draws on legal knowledge, social analysis and evidence-based decision-making in law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, paralegal, compliance, and public sector legal support roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR 90 (or equivalent).

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)