Overview

Terrorism – and how to deal with it – has become one of the biggest security challenges of our time.

This Bachelor of Criminology and Bachelor of Global Security combined degree offered at Murdoch University is the first course of its kind in Australia. It has been designed to build the expertise in criminology and security you need to help tackle today’s global concerns. In the Bachelor of Criminology you can specialise in Criminal Behaviour, Legal Studies or Crime Science. Learn what causes growing crime rates, what goes on behind criminal minds and behaviours, and discover how the legal system shapes our society.

This Bachelor of Global Security allows you to specialise in Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies. Delve into the history and causes of terrorism, how it affects society and what can be done about it.

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

This course is not offered anywhere else in Australia.

Learn new ways of thinking to help address terrorism, today’s biggest global security challenge.

Learn from experts in terrorism and criminology issues. They might even pop up on TV or in printed articles in between lectures because they’re often asked for their expertise, opinions and advice in the media.

Your future career

Across the world, organisations are facing more dangerous and varied security threats than ever before. When you graduate, your career opportunities could include working in the intelligence services, Australian Defence Force, and state and federal government agencies. Careers could include:

Criminologist

Customs and Protections Officer

Defence Force Officer

Immigration and Citizenship Officer

State and Federal Law Enforcement Officer

Intelligence Services

Border Force Officer

You could work in a range of industries including security and cybersecurity, intelligence, law enforcement, foreign affairs and aid, the court and legal system, non-governmental organisations (knowns as NGOs) and more.

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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

Public Policy Project

Public Policy Internship

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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

Criminology Terrorism & Security View 103 other Bachelors in Criminology 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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PTE Academic

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IELTS

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 097992G

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.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

36730 AUD / year

≈ 36730 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16683 AUD / year

≈ 16683 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.

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

Your future career

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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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

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