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About the course
This double degree combines criminology-focused social science with a comprehensive law qualification. You’ll examine social issues, crime and social behaviour, and learn how legal frameworks can be used to address injustice. The program builds analytical and problem-solving capability, adds broader empathy and context for legal practice, and supports advocacy in legal settings. It is an undergraduate pathway spanning both Social Science (Criminology) and Law. The programme builds legal reasoning, case analysis, and professional ethics for legal practice and public service pathways.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue careers that connect criminal justice, policy and legal practice. Potential pathways include criminal lawyer roles, criminologist or crime analyst positions, and work in public service and government agencies. You may also move into social policy advising, community development, advocacy and politics, or planning and research roles that use statistical and data analysis skills. Outcomes align with a Bachelor-level double degree in criminology and law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, paralegal, compliance, and public sector legal support roles.
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***
