Bachelor of Arts Honours in Criminal Justice at University of Venda

Programme overview

An advanced Criminal Justice qualification that develops theoretical, applied research and specialist knowledge in criminology, victimology, corrections, crime-scene investigation, cybercrime and related fields. Theoretical perspective in criminology and criminal justice-CRJ5141 Applied criminological research methods-CRJ5142 Corrections and Juvenile Criminology-CRJ5243 Advanced Victimology-CRJ5244 Crime scene Investigation-CRJ5245 Cyber Crime and Cyber Security-CRJ5246 Research dissertation-CRJ5350 Faculty: Faculty of Management, Commerce and Law; department: Criminal Justice.

Faculty: Faculty of Management, Commerce and Law | Department: Criminal Justice | Duration: 1 Year | Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

Career pathways

Criminal-justice research; policy; senior professional roles; specialist practice; academia and further postgraduate study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Venda or another recognised University with an academic average of at least 60% in the undergraduate degree.

ZAR 36,870 a year (2026). Estimated 2026 tuition per year of study as listed in the 2026 Fees Booklet: first year R36,870; second year R16,770. Amount shown is the first year. Excludes residence and other fees. Source

Online applications for 2027 open on 01 May 2026 and close on 30 September 2026. No application fee is payable for 2027 applications.

Applications are completed online; the University does not charge an application fee.

Apply through the official page: https://www.univen.ac.za/student-affairs/student-support-services/how-to-apply/

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