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Postgraduate course

Master of Criminology

Macquarie University

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About

Fraud. Corruption. Terrorism. Domestic violence. Cybercrime. Vandalism. Car theft. Gun crime. Assault. Understanding who commits these types of crimes, their motivations for doing so, how society responds to such crime, and how the impact of crime can be alleviated are all the pursuit of criminologists.

The Master of Criminology will develop your skills in advanced criminology theory, applied criminological research and criminal justice policy analysis. As a graduate, you’ll use your knowledge and draw from fields including sociology, psychology, psychiatry and social anthropology, to understand better, measure and evaluate crime.

Admission criteria

One of the following:

  • an Australian level 7 bachelor qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • an Australian level 7 bachelor qualification or recognised equivalent, and approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • an Australian level 7 bachelor qualification or recognised equivalent with a Weighted Average Mark of 65

and

Upload your CV as a PDF within the UAC application if you are seeking admission on the basis of work experience.

Different admission points are possible for this program. Depending on your prior qualifications, work experience, Weighted Average Mark or other recognised prior learning, you may qualify for entry to a shorter duration of the course. Above are shown only the admissions requirements for the longest duration. Refer to full course details for information on other admissions points (durations).

Related fields for prior qualifications

Social Sciences, Humanities

Relevant experience

Police Force, Customs/Border Force and Law (Seniority: Police - Senior Sergeant (equiv) or above, Public Service APS 5 (equiv) or above.)

Contact Future Students if you have any queries regarding the admission criteria listed: email postgraduate@mq.edu.au or call 9850 6767.

Further information

Read the full course details on the Macquarie University website.