UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY · AUSTRALIA
Master of Criminology
Master's · Taught in en · UCAS MACRIMIN3000
At a glance
12 mo
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Master's
Level
- 1 yearDuration
- 48 credit pointsTotal study load
- Face to faceStudy mode
- Camperdown/Darlington campus & Sydney CBDLocation
The Master of Criminology is a postgraduate degree focused on contemporary issues in crime, social control, policy, theory, and practice. It offers a multidisciplinary approach, allowing you to examine crime and criminal justice within Australia and compare it to global contexts. This program is suitable for individuals with an interest in the criminal justice system, including practitioners and students from diverse backgrounds such as social policy, research, advocacy, psychology, public health, history, media, policing, corrections, law, and socio-legal studies. The course emphasizes research, policy, and applied learning, and is delivered by leading Australian experts in various fields of criminology.
Curriculum
The Master of Criminology requires completion of 48 credit points, equivalent to eight units of study. The curriculum is designed to develop your knowledge of criminology and criminal justice through multidisciplinary learning. You will explore crime theories, psychology, public policy, social research, and legal practice.
- Year 1
- Crime, Research & Policy
- Explaining Crime
- Electives
- Criminal Justice Internship
- Criminology Research Project
Careers
Graduates of the Master of Criminology can pursue careers in a variety of sectors.
- Criminal justice agencies
- Non-criminal justice state agencies
- Government policy and politics
- Border protection and intelligence agencies
- Local government
- Research institutions
- Non-government organisations (NGOs)
- Consumer groups and advocacy organisations
- Private companies
- Universities
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeA bachelor's degree with a minimum credit average from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification.
Bachelor's degree with experienceA bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification, plus evidence of two years of relevant professional experience.
International qualifications will be assessed for equivalency.
Fees
Tuition (international)Full-fee paying. Your place receives no financial contribution from the government, and you are required to pay the full cost of the course.
Tuition (home)Commonwealth supported places are available where a portion of your fees are funded by the Australian government, and you pay a reduced amount called the student contribution amount (SCA).
Living—
The program is not available to student visa holders.
How to apply
1. Submit ApplicationSubmit your application through the University of Sydney's online application portal.
Accreditation
Seminars, courses and units of study offered under Sydney Law School's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program meet the requirements for individual members of the Law Society of New South Wales or the New South Wales Bar Association to maintain legal registration through continuing education.