Master of Criminology

The University of Melbourne

Australia

Parkville VIC 3052, Australia

Overview

Broaden your knowledge through core subjects focusing on international crime and justice, terrorism, criminal justice research and evaluation, and criminological theory and practice. The Master of Criminology program exposes you to the latest theoretical and practical advances in criminology from international crimes - like terrorism and genocide - to local issues - like Indigenous justice and injustice.

This cutting-edge course is taught by experts working at the forefront of national, international and comparative research. It equips you with a sophisticated appreciation of global trends in crime and criminal justice.

Study Option

  • Tuition Fees
  • Duration104 Weeks
  • Intake22 July 2024, 03 March 2025, 28 July 2025
  • Study Typecampus
  • Campuses Parkville Campus
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    Grattan Street, Parkville Victoria, 3010, Australia

Course Structure

Master of Criminology is designed for students wishing to extend their cognate undergraduate degree, or for people already working in social policy and justice who want to enhance their knowledge. You can further your knowledge in organisational crime, drug use and policy, corruption, crime prevention, and human rights. If you want to build on your transferable skills in research and research design, this course equips you with the abilities to collect, analyse and theorise data. It also suits those wishing to undertake an internship at a domestic or global criminal justice agency. The program assists you to develop your own industry networks by gaining hands-on experience in criminal justice practice, and through offering opportunities to meet a wide-range of criminal justice professionals.

Career Outcomes

On graduation from the Master of Criminology, you'll be ready for work in professional fields including:

  • Government administration with an emphasis on crime and justice
  • Legal services particularly with Indigenous and other disadvantaged populations
  • Local government agencies concerned with community safety
  • Social justice research and action agencies

Academic

200 point program: an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, with a Weighted Average Mark of at least 70% (or equivalent). 150 point program: An undergraduate degree (or equ

Entry Requirement

IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 + ; Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13

 

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