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Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology)

Work in diverse social environments. Identify social issues. Develop strategies to solve complex problems.

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ATAR-SR ?

IB Admission Score ?

25.50

Delivery ?

On Campus

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Starts

Autumn 2025
Autumn 2025
Spring 2025
Autumn 2026
Autumn 2026
Spring 2026

Codes

UAC: 755305
UAC: 755300
UOW: 344

Major ?

Still deciding Criminology Environment and Society Human Services Public Health Sociology
Double degrees
- Bachelor of Psychological Science - Bachelor of Social Science
- Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology) - Bachelor of Laws

Overview

Social scientists work in diverse social environments to identify issues and develop strategies for solutions to social problems and injustice. Social Science promotes social justice by exploring how practices, policies and structures contribute to social disadvantage and injustice. Nationally and globally, there is a demand for social scientists who are able to understand the complex and changing needs of societies in the face of technological, economic and social changes.

The social science degree equips students to become the change-makers of tomorrow. To do this, the Bachelor of Social Science embeds Indigenous knowledge and content, and subjects covering social inequalities impacting the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. You will also be provided with career-ready experiences throughout the degree to prepare you for a changing world of work.

See the course handbook for more information.

You can specialise in a major by choosing from the following:

Major	Campus Availability
Environment and Society	Wollongong (On Campus)
Criminology	Wollongong (On Campus)
Human Services	Shoalhaven (On Campus) Wollongong (On Campus)
Public Health	Wollongong (On Campus)
Sociology	Shoalhaven (On Campus) Wollongong (On Campus)

Pathway to Teaching
You may also take a Foundations in Teaching minor and complete the Bachelor of Social Science (Pathway to Primary Education) (UAC: 755305). You will complete a social science major of your choice, while adding an education element to your degree.

This pathway degree offers priority entry to the Master of Teaching (Primary) and a reduced study load while undertaking your master’s degree. You’ll graduate with an undergraduate and postgraduate degree, as well as the qualification and skills to teach children aged 5-12 years.

Learn more about our teaching pathways

Study at UOW Shoalhaven
Students are able to complete the Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Human Services or Sociology at the UOW Shoalhaven campus (UAC: 755300-1).

Criminology (major)

Criminologists take an interdisciplinary approach to understanding why people commit crime, how societies conceptualise harm, and why some harms are classed as crimes while others are not. They also investigate how societies respond to crime and whether our responses are effective and fair for offenders, victims and the general community.

During your second and third years you will focus on criminology subjects relating to crime and justice with options to extend and explore issues around youth crime, environmental crime, innovative justice, crime prevention, research methods and more. You may also choose to complete your electives overseas.

Careers

Advocacy
Business Development and Administration
Community and Social Services
Environmental Officer
Health Care Management and Policy
Local and International Community Development
Market Research
Policy Analysis and Evaluation
Social Policy Development

Accreditation & professional recognition

Completion of four years in Psychology is an important step for registration as a psychologist in Australia. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited as the first three years of study. To complete the four years students can complete an Honours year to meet the academic requirement for eligibility for provisional registration as a psychologist. An additional two years of education and training is necessary to apply for general registration. This can be through a fifth year at University plus one year of supervised practice in the community or an approved postgraduate degree accredited at the fifth and sixth year level. You can find more information on general registration pathways on the Psychology Board of Australia website.

Admissions information

The University assumes students will have studied any 2 units of English.

Entry Requirements
Additional information

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Recent Secondary Education
If you are a current high school student in Australia, or you’ve finished high school recently, your admission to UOW will likely be based on your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS).

Other high-school qualifications UOW considers for entry include:
- GCE A-Levels
- New Zealand NCEA Level 3
- Overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications
Students may be admitted to this course via Early Admission.

See UOW Admissions for more information.
The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is an ATAR-Selection Rank of 70 or an IB of 25.50. This includes the effect of adjustment factors.
Adjustment factors
Adjustment factors, such as the subjects you are studying, the area in which you live or equity and access schemes, are taken into consideration and these will be combined with your ATAR to adjust your selection rank and make it higher than your ATAR. Find out more about UOW's adjustment factors.
Higher Education Study
For your application to be assessed on your university results you need to have completed at least half a year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher. Your grades will be converted to a selection rank to be used for admission purposes. Students may also be eligible for credit for prior learning.
Work and life experience
Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognized pathway programs, such as those offered by UOW College or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).

For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW. Upon completing the IAP, applicants will be considered for admission based on an interview and assessment of both academic and non-academic qualities. For further details, including the application process, please contact Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.
Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications
If you have completed or partially completed studies at an approved university or tertiary institution, you may be eligible for entry to UOW. You'll need to provide academic records, and your course must be at least one-sixth complete. Non-English documents must include an official English translation. For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.
English language proficiency
All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.

Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.

Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.
Workload
Full-Time Study Load

As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

Part-Time Study Load

For part-time students, study hours will vary based on the number of units taken, with similar expectations for class and independent study.

For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.
Credit for Prior Learning
If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

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Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available. For eligible domestic students, Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees. The remaining proportion, known as a student contribution, will depend on when you begin study (enrolment year) and study area. Read more domestic student fees and CSPs.

Autumn, 2025 at Wollongong
Orientation: 24 - 27 February 2025
Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025
Applications Close
- Domestic Applicants (UAC): 30 September 2024 (early bird), 30 January 2025 (final) (see UAC Key Dates).
- International Applicants: 9 December 2024*
*Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.
Spring, 2025 at Wollongong
Orientation: Check your campus details
Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025
Applications close
Domestic Applicants (UAC): 28 June 2025 (see UAC Key Dates).
- Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 May 2025*
- International Applicants: 5 May 2025*
*Applications must be complete with all the required documentation.

Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.
Autumn, 2025 at Shoalhaven
Orientation: Check your campus details
Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025
Applications Close
- Domestic Applicants (UAC): 30 September 2024 (early bird), 30 January 2025 (final) (see UAC Key Dates).
- Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 December 2024*
- International Applicants: 9 December 2024*
*Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.
Spring, 2025 at Shoalhaven
Orientation: Check your campus details
Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025
Applications Close
- Domestic Applicants (UAC): 28 June 2025(see UAC Key Dates).
- Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 May 2025*
- International Applicants: 5 May 2025*
*Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

Major ?

Still deciding Criminology Environment and Society Human Services Public Health Sociology
Double degrees
- Bachelor of Psychological Science - Bachelor of Social Science
- Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology) - Bachelor of Laws

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