What you'll learn
This degree prepares you for rewarding careers influencing systems and improving lives.
Gain a deep understanding of the law – and how and why laws change over time. Research past decisions to understand precedent and learn to analyse and interpret laws, regulations and court rulings.
Harness your problem-solving skills to navigate legal matters and advocate for the rights of your clients.
Through your studies in criminology and criminal justice, you’ll uncover the complex causes and nature of crime and its impact on society. Examine the way we respond to crime and consider strategies for intervention.
In just five years, you’ll earn a double degree and an Honours qualification, allowing you to pursue careers in the legal and corporate sectors, government, law enforcement, corrections services and more*.
*To be admitted to legal practice, you’ll need to fulfil the practical requirements for admission, which includes completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
With Adelaide University’s Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, you’ll gain expertise in two areas and graduate with two degrees in just five years.
Your courses include:
- Administrative law
- Company law
- Civil procedure
- Torts
- Evidence
- Criminal law and procedure
- Federal and state constitutional law.
You will explore the core legal areas required as a legal practitioner in Australia, known as the Priestley 11.
Learn essential skills like drafting court documents, effective client communication and advocacy, preparing you to navigate dispute resolution and evidence in real-world legal cases.
Examine current laws in Australia and develop strong research skills to propose legal solutions to contemporary challenges. Study the Australian Constitution and consider its relevance today.
Through your studies in criminology and criminal justice, you’ll contribute meaningfully to the broader conversation around crime and society’s responses to it.
Gain a deep understanding of the criminal justice system and consider how agencies such as the police, criminal courts, corrections and support services, work to detect, prevent or punish crime, and support victims.
Explore the complex nature of crime and learn how it’s evolving in the digital age. Build your creative, analytical and critical thinking skills and consider new strategies to combat crime in today’s world.
Throughout your degree, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your skills in real-world settings through community projects, legal clinics, internships, study tours and mooting.
This double degree with Honours will provide you with both specialist and transferable skills, preparing you for a range of roles across the legal and criminal justice sectors.
You can also continue with further study if you wish to be admitted to legal practice – which includes completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
Double degrees
The following double degrees are also available:
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics (Honours)
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of International Relations
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Journalism
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Psychology
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Sustainability and Climate Change.