Master of Criminology

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.

This is our most popular program for those who have completed undergraduate study. No experience is necessary.

• 12.5 points of Core subjects (to be completed in first 50 points of program)
• 37.5 points of Foundation subjects (to be completed in first 50 points of program)
• 37.5 points of Compulsory subjects
• 112.5 points of Elective subjects (Coursework only)

OR

• 62.5 points of Elective subjects and 50 points of Thesis subjects (Minor Thesis option)

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

Graduates are employed in a variety of roles anchored in policy and applied research, including with the:

• Australian Drug Foundation
• Commonwealth Attorney-General's Department
• Sentencing Advisory Council Victoria
• Victorian Department of Justice
• The Red Cross