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Macquarie University

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Graduate Certificate of Security Studies and Criminology

  • Graduate Certificate

Offering considerable flexibility, the Graduate Certificate of Security Studies and Criminology gives those working in policing, defence and security-related industries, law, policy advising or media, both theoretical and practical knowledge of contemporary security issues.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
0.5 year full-time
Course Code
095111G
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$14,600 per year / $7,300 total

About this course

Offering considerable flexibility, the Graduate Certificate of Security Studies and Criminology gives those working in policing, defence and security-related industries, law, policy advising or media, both theoretical and practical knowledge of contemporary security issues. You'll explore strategies being developed to respond to emerging threats, and you'll combine a deep theoretical understanding with practical research and analytical skills.

Key features:

  • Get access to highly respected experts in the global security sector
  • Take electives according to your interests and passions, and articulate into one of five specialised master degrees on graduation.
  • Develop advanced analytical and critical-thinking skills to rise to the latest security and criminology challenges.

Entry requirements

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, OR three years work experience in a relevant field at the appropriate level of seniority.

Minimum Prior Qualification
Bachelor

Study locations

North Ryde

Online

Career pathways

Professions include:

  • Criminologist
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • Detective
  • Forensic-related role
  • Intelligence analyst
  • Police officer
  • Policy adviser
  • Private investigator
  • Researcher
  • Risk analyst
  • Security analyst

Course structure

This graduate certificate comprises of one essential unit (10 credit points) and three elective units (30 credit points).

Refer to the Course Structure for more information and details on specific units.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at Macquarie University.
86.3%
Overall satisfaction
83.1%
Skill scale
78.8%
Teaching scale
85.4%
Employed full-time
$81.9k
Average salary