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Gain essential knowledge about crime and criminal justice systems, covering criminological theories, policies, and prevention strategies. Develop your expertise by studying criminal behavior, policy frameworks, and crime prevention while enhancing or transitioning your career in criminology. Analyze contemporary societal perspectives on justice and apply theoretical approaches to investigate persistent and emerging criminological challenges. You'll acquire comprehensive insights into justice systems while exploring subjects relevant to local, national, and international communities. Successful completion qualifies you for direct admission into either the Master of Criminology or Graduate Diploma in Criminology programs. Murdoch stands as Western Australia's sole university providing this distinctive program. Build your criminology fundamentals and, upon completion, become eligible to apply for the Master of Criminology. Benefit from instruction by distinguished scholars with extensive practical experience, ensuring your education aligns with cutting-edge professional standards. Our faculty includes professionals with backgrounds in correctional facilities, law enforcement, and governmental agencies.
Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher; or satisfactory preparation for the course through informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the Academic Chair.
English Language requirements: IELTS overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0; CAE - 169 overall with no band below 169; PTE - 50 with no band below 50; TOEFL IBT - 73 with no band less than 18; OET - OET with a minimum of C (250-290) in each of the four components.