Bachelor of Justice Studies/Bachelor of Forensic Studies - 249JA
| Course Code: | 249JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 2 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline(s): | Canberra Law School Academic Program Area - Science |
| UAC Code: | 367034 |
| CRICOS Code: | 076971J |
| Selection Rank: | 70.6 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Investigate your future law enforcement career
Interested in a career in law justice or law enforcement? This double degree provides you with a core understanding of the social and cultural dimensions of the justice system while applying the scientific principles needed to investigate criminal acts. Become a leader in the profession with an undergraduate science qualification oriented towards crime investigation and help influence and protect your local community.
Study a Bachelor of Justice Studies / Bachelor of Forensic Studies at UC and you will:
- demonstrate a broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge with depth in forensic science or the application of science to legal matters
- apply their knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgment and responsibility
- understand the social, legal, economic and political environment affecting the justice sector
- analyse and evaluate information to complete a range of activities relevant to the sector
- learn the ins-and-outs of Australia’s legal system in a broader context.
Work-integrated learning
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is learning first-hand through real work or work-like experiences. WIL is a key element to enhancing employability in the workplace and is integral to many of our courses. This reinforces our commitment to preparing professional and highly employable graduates with the right mix of skills and knowledge.
Career opportunities
A range of career opportunities exist for Bachelor of Justice Studies/Bachelor of Forensic Studies including:
- Policy development and administration
- Court administration
- Law enforcement and security
- Corrective services
- Criminological research
- Law reform
- Forensic officer Laboratory scientist
- Government health department officer
- Australian Federal Police
Course specific information
Students completing the forensic component of the double degree will qualify for a Bachelor of Forensic Studies award, not qualify for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Forensic Studies (142JA) unless additional units are completed in consultation with the Forensic Studies Course Convener.
Enquiries
- Prospective Domestic Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
- Prospective International Students
- Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
- Current and Commencing Students
- In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au
Admission Requirements
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Additional Admission Requirements
None.
Assumed Knowledge
For the Bachelor of Justice Studies, please refer to the individual course.
For the Bachelor of Forensic Studies, assumed knowledge is ACT: Biology and/or Chemistry major(s), plus Mathematical Methods major; NSW: Biology and/or Chemistry, plus Mathematics.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Information for Current Students
There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.
- Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2016 End Date: 31/12/2018
- Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2013 End Date: 31/12/2015
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Forensic Studies | B ForSt |
| Bachelor of Justice Studies | B JusticeSt |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Forensic Studies | Associate Degree of Justice Studies | Diploma of Justice Studies | Bachelor of Justice Studies |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.
Professional Accreditation
None.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| The Bachelor of Justice Studies equips students with broad theoretical and technical knowledge about many areas of the justice sector, including policy development and administration, court administration, law enforcement and security, corrective services, criminological research, community legal centres and law reform bodies. | 2. Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way. |
| The aim of the Bachelor of Justice Studies is to develop graduates who have the relevant cognitive, technical and communication skills to undertake professional roles in research, operations, policy or advocacy in the justice sector. Graduates are expected to understand the social, legal, economic and political environment affecting the justice sector and to be able to analyse and evaluate information to complete a range of activities relevant to the sector; analyse generate and transmit solutions to sector problems and transmit knowledge and ideas relevant to the sector to others. | 1. Communication The ability to present knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries. |
| Graduates are expected to be able to apply their knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgment and responsibility. They will be able to work both individually and collaboratively to investigate justice sector issues and creatively solve problems that arise in that sector. | 3. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyse problems then formulate and implement solutions. 4. Working independently and with others The ability to plan their own work, be self-directed, and use interpersonal skills and attitudes to work collaboratively. 5. Professionalism and social responsibility The capacity and intention to use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly, for the benefit of others and the environment. |
| - Graduates will be able to demonstrate a broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge with depth in forensic science or the application of science to legal matters. AQF: Knowledge | Graduates will have developed the following skills and attributes: 1. The ability to present knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively to the legal community and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries; 2. The ability to gather scientific information, and to analyse and evaluate that information in a systematic way; 3. The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyse problems then formulate and implement solutions; 4. The ability to plan their own work, be self-directed, and use interpersonal skills and attitudes to work collaboratively; 5. The capacity and intention to use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly, for the benefit of the legal community and for the administration of justice. |
| Graduates will have well-developed cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply methods and technologies to: - analyse and evaluate information to complete a range of activities in the field of forensic science; - analyse, generate and transmit scientific solutions to unpredictable and sometimes complex legal problems; - transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to those involved in the legal system including judges and juries AQF: Knowledge, Skills and Application of knowledge and skills. |
As above |
| Graduates will be able to apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgement of knowledge and responsibility: - for problem solving and decision making in professional practice; - in contexts that are unfamiliar and require self-directed work and learning; - to provide specialist scientific advice with respect to legal matters AQF: Application of knowledge and skills |
As above. |
Course Duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related Courses (Double Degrees, Nested Courses and Alternative Exits)
Diploma of Justice Studies, Associate Degree of Justice Studies, Bachelor of Forensic Studies, Bachelor of Justice Studies.
UCC Pathway
Diploma of Justice Studies.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.