Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology)

About the course

Study social issues and injustice through an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Criminology. You’ll build critical thinking and research skills to understand crime, social systems and policy, and learn how communities respond to complex challenges. The degree offers major choices and on-campus study at Wollongong, preparing you for professional work in social science and criminology. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can work across government, community and private sectors where social analysis and policy skills are valued. Typical pathways include advocacy and community services roles, policy analysis and evaluation, social policy development, market research, community development, and administration/business development. This Bachelor-level criminology-focused social science degree supports careers addressing crime-related and broader social challenges. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR-SR 70 (or IBAS 26.25).

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)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)