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What we’re talking about:

Today I have two guests, Stephanie and Isabelle, and they’re here to talk about the Bachelor of Criminology. We discuss how Criminology is related to VCE Legal Studies and Psychology, how straightforward it is to transfer between courses, and how the course is structured. We also discuss exactly what Criminology is and the careers it can lead to. 

VCE subjects that relate to criminology

Stephanie and Isabelle discuss the idea that VCE Legal Studies is actually more aligned with Criminology than Law, so if you like Legal Studies then Criminology is definitely worth looking at. They also suggest that if you like VCE Psychology and are thinking about Criminology, consider doing a double degree with Forensics or Psychology.

Transferring between courses and the how to plan your course

Both Stephanie and Isabelle have experience transferring between courses at uni, and they highlighted how simple the process is as long as you have a certain WAM (weighted average mark) across your subjects (at Deakin it’s currently a 70% WAM). They also talk about different ways you can structure things, like skipping the third trimester to travel, work or complete another study option such as a TAFE course, or using the third trimester to fast track your degree or make up a subject if you underload or fail a subject.

Making friends at uni

Stephanie and Isabelle met each other just before they began at Deakin through a Facebook group. They discuss ways to meet new people and get involved more in your course before you start and throughout your time at university.

Career opportunities

Criminology is a really broad course that pairs well with lots of other bachelor degrees. Stephanie and Isabelle take us through some different careers that they can pursue with their degree and share where they currently are planning to go next.

Links mentioned:

My website: https://www.roadmapeducation.com

Your PERFECT Preference List: https://www.roadmapeducation.com/counselling/perfectlist 

Stephanie’s course: https://www.deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-criminology

Isabelle’s course: https://www.deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-criminology-bachelor-laws