Master of Criminology Murdoch University

Overview

This Master of Criminology offered at Murdoch University will provide you with the skills to understand the fundamental matters of criminology. Whether you have graduated with a degree in criminology or from another discipline area, you will gain in-depth knowledge and skills to analyse contemporary issues challenging today’s criminal justice system.

As a criminology professional, you will need multidisciplinary and applied skills to investigate complex and evolving issues. You will gain an understanding of criminal behaviour and investigate complex crimes such as cybercrimes and terrorism. You will understand developing criminal justice issues, including how criminal law and evidence responds to new crimes, particularly in the business environment. 

If you have industry experience, a graduate certificate or graduate diploma, you can use this to obtain an advanced standing into the Master of Criminology, so you can gain your qualification quicker.

3 reasons to study a Master of Criminology at Murdoch

• Murdoch is the only university in Western Australia to offer this unique course.
• Study the latest developments in criminology theory with critical thinking skills in the context of domestic and international policing.
• Learn from leading academics who have significant real-world experience to ensure that your learning is at the forefront of professional practice. Some of our academics have worked in prisons treating criminal behaviour, as senior personnel in the Australian Federal Police and with the FBI and other foreign authorities.

Your future career

A Master of Criminology could see you working in public and private sectors nationally or internationally.

Other opportunities of employment include law enforcement, corrections, intelligence, international and cognate entities as well as a range of providers in the broad sphere of criminal justice.

Some career pathways could include:

• Criminologist
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Intelligence Officer
• State or Federal Police Law Enforcement Officers