Bachelor of Justice (Criminology and Violence Prevention)

About the course

This Bachelor of Justice majoring in Criminology and Violence Prevention explores the causes of crime and social harm and how communities, services and systems respond. You’ll study topics such as coercive control, trauma-informed practice, child protection, youth crime and research methods, with flexible options to study online or on campus. Work-integrated learning and placements help build practical, justice-sector capabilities in this bachelor-level criminology discipline.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles across the justice and community safety sector, combining criminology knowledge with prevention-focused practice. Career paths may include work in corrections, youth justice, victim support, child protection and domestic and family violence services, as well as broader policy, advocacy and regulatory positions. The degree supports pathways into policing-related agencies and community organisations within the justice and social justice fields at bachelor level.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 70.00 or equivalent.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)