Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Criminology and Criminal Justice

Course Overview Do you want to create lasting change in your community and tackle society’s most pressing challenges? The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Criminology & Criminal Justice gives you the skills to support individuals, influence policy and promote justice. This 5-year double degree prepares you to understand both personal and societal factors that affect crime and wellbeing, empowering you to drive positive change in people’s lives. Key Program Highlights Explore how complex social issues like poverty, mental health, discrimination and crime intersect. This program combines the expertise of UNSW Law & Justice and UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture, giving you a comprehensive education in both social work and criminology. You’ll learn through real-world experiences, critical analysis and hands-on practice, ensuring you're career-ready from day one. Through a mix of classroom learning, field placements and internships, you’ll gain a deep understanding of social systems and justice processes. Your social work courses will focus on helping people through challenges like homelessness, addiction and family violence.