Overview

Combine a Bachelor of Criminology and Bachelor of Communication to gain skills and ways of thinking that will really give you a competitive edge in your career. You could pursue a career in criminology or use your knowledge to become a crime journalist.

In the Bachelor of Criminology and Bachelor of Communication combined degree offered at Murdoch University you’ll investigate criminal behaviour, the science behind crime and legal studies while learning from industry experts as you fine-tune your presentation, language and writing skills. You can customise your degree to suit your interests – and your career aspirations. With your Bachelor of Criminology, you can choose to major in Legal Studies, Criminal Behaviour, Crime Science or White Collar and Corporate Crime. Your Bachelor of Communication allows you to major in Journalism, Strategic Communication and Global Media and Communication.

3 reasons to study a combined degree in Criminology and Communication at Murdoch

Choose from a range of majors including two majors available only at Murdoch – Crime Science and White Collar and Corporate Crime.

Learn the latest real-world techniques and policies, with course input and guest lectures by forensic experts from PathWest, ChemCentre, WA Police, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and the Coroner’s Office in your Criminology degree.

Work with organisations on real projects as part of your Communication degree through our Work Integrated Learning program. Some of our students have interned with Lifeline, RAC Arena and The Salvation Army.

Your future career

This course will give you a combination of skills and specialised knowledge which will expand your career options. Your career options could include:

Crime Journalist

Crime Prevention Officer

Community Correction or Juvenile Justice Officer

Court Administrator

Paralegal Officer

You could work in a range of industries including the media, in business, roles with local, state and federal government or non-governmental organisations (known as NGOs).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Real World Learning

Presenting in Public: Writing and Performing for Professional Contexts

Wandju Boodja (Welcome to Country)

Design Thinking for Innovation

CRM Internships (W L)

Consulting and Freelancing

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00 , National

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Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) deadline for national: 14 January. You can also directly to Murdoch or through an agent.

Language

English

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Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Communication Studies Criminology View 149 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 096886G

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Total score of 24 or higher

French Baccalaureate: Grade average of 10 or higher

GCE A Levels: Minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher

Other ways to qualify for entry - Successful completion of one of the following:

A recognised post-secondary (post high school) course.

University preparation (foundation) studies.

One year study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution.

Two units completed at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36730 AUD / year

≈ 36730 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16890 AUD / year

≈ 16890 AUD / year

Additional Details

The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

3 reasons to study a combined degree in Criminology and Communication at Murdoch

Your future career

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Perth

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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