Graduate Diploma in Arts - Criminology in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

This adaptable diploma program allows degree holders to enroll in Arts courses, serving as an excellent bridge to postgraduate education. If you've completed a degree but wish to pursue Arts studies, this program could be your ideal option. The diploma enables qualification for advanced study by offering intermediate and upper-level undergraduate courses in your chosen field. It also provides focused study opportunities to enhance your current qualifications for either personal growth or career advancement. You can build upon your existing degree with targeted courses to pursue specialized career paths or boost your professional skills. For those aiming to transition into our postgraduate offerings, this graduate diploma serves as an effective stepping stone.

Criminology extends beyond mere crime analysis. When pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with a Criminology focus, you'll examine broader factors influencing punishment and justice systems, including: Correctional facilities and rehabilitation Violence and substance abuse The relationship between crime and media You'll explore how social, economic, cultural, political, and legal factors contribute to criminal behavior, while also studying crime prevention approaches at both national and global levels.