Introduction

About the Programme
This Bachelor’s Degree builds your expertise in the rapidly developing field of Criminology. You will learn to challenge common perceptions of crime as you investigate why people commit offences, how to reduce or prevent crime, and how to help both victims and offenders involved in the criminal justice system. You will examine punishment as a solution to crime, while considering the role of treatment as a response to criminal behaviour and the importance of reintegration.
Exploring criminal behaviour from a biological, legal, psychological and social perspective is an integral part of this programme, and you will consider the criminal behaviour of both adults and children. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to learn practical skills and ways of thinking that can help you forge a rewarding career in the field after you graduate.
The programme can be completed in 16 months instead of 28 months. Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.
 

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Curriculum Overview

Programme Structure

Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the units stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Criminology in Criminal Behaviour from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.

Career Opportunities

• Community Correction
• Criminologist
• Juvenile Justice Officer
• Liaison Officer
• Police Officer
• Research Officer
• Youth Officer

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Area of Studies

Core Units
Criminal Behaviour

• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Children and Crime
• Corrections
• Crime Through the Ages
• Criminal Behaviour
• Culture, Diversity and Crime
• International and Transnational Crimes
• Introduction to Psychological Research Methods
• Policing and Crime Prevention
• Psychology and Law
• Technology, Crime and Justice

Students are required to complete the following common units:

• Building Employability Skills OR Consulting and Freelancing
• Career Learning: Managing Your Career^

Applicants may be required to complete general elective units to fulfil the required credit points.
^3-Year polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to the University’s approval.
Private Diploma and polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to the University’s approval.

 

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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements
Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.
The Bachelor’s Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications with advanced standing.
These include:

Year 2 Entry

• Kaplan Diploma; OR
• Polytechnic Diploma; OR
• Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered Private Education Institutions.

Year 1 Entry
Applicants admitted to the Bachelor’s Degree programme may be required to undertake bridging units to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.

English Requirement
Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement:

• An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
• GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
• IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
• Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
• Any other equivalent English language qualification.

In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
*Applicable for international student

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Duration & Intake

Programme Duration

Delivery
Students will attend a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops in this programme, and they have the flexibility to plan their study schedule and attend classes once or twice a week depending on their study load. Classes are conducted on weekday evenings or weekends to suit the busy schedules of students enrolled in this programme. Each unit is supported with 24 contact hours.
The Pro Vice-Chancellor of Transnational Education & Dean, and Deputy Dean of Murdoch University, are based in Singapore to oversee all academic aspects and ensure a high standard of academic delivery here.

Assessment & Exams
Each unit is assessed by any combination of class participation, written assignments, projects or examinations. Assessment methods may vary according to individual unit requirements.

There are 3 intakes per year:

– January
– May
– September

Please contact our consultants to obtain a copy of the class schedules.

Minimum class size: 20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Maximum allowed candidature period:

• 12 credit points: 2 years
• 24 credit points: 4 years
• 36 credit points: 5 years
• 48 credit points: 6 years
• 72 credit points: 10 years
• 96 credit points: 12 years
• 120 credit points: 12 years

If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
 

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Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
For Singaporean/PR

Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme.
Non-Tuition Fees
For Singaporean/PR Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.

Education Loan
Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.

• Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
• Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
• Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
• Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.

Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.