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Criminologist

VCE recommended

The core job of a criminologist is to examine all aspects of crime and find ways to prevent criminal behaviour and reduce recidivism. Criminologists gather statistics and identify patterns. They look at types of crimes as well as demographics and locations.

SUBJECTS TO TAKE

Recommended subject mix at Salesian, Years 11 and 12.

Year 11

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Legal Studies
  • Free Choice Subject (e.g. Psychology, Health and Human Development, Business)
  • Religion and Society
  • Free Choice Subject

Year 12

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Legal Studies
  • Free Choice Subject
  • Free Choice Subject

Booklet recommendations — final subject offerings depend on what runs each year. Talk to your Oratory Leader, subject teachers and the Careers Coordinator before locking in.

AT-SCHOOL PATHWAYS

Programs available within Salesian.

Specialist program (SBAT)

Not applicable for this career.

VET options

  • Any Certificate 2/3 VET course can be undertaken in place of a Year 11 or 12 subject

AFTER SCHOOL

University courses and alternative routes in.

University courses

  • Bachelor of Arts (Criminology)
  • Bachelor of Psychology (Criminology)
  • Bachelor of Criminology
  • Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies
  • Bachelor of Law
  • Bachelor of Law and Society
  • Bachelor of Criminal Justice

Alternative pathways into university

  • Certificate 4 / Diploma in Legal Services
  • Advanced Diploma of Legal Practices

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