Overview

Security surveillance, terrorism, policing, cybercrime and transnational crime are just a few of the areas you’ll explore to help you understand the inner workings of criminal behaviour.

You’ll learn how to evaluate, think critically and apply theories and methods to real-world environments through work placements. Some of our students have previously undertaken internships within federal or state government agencies, including community safety departments or commercial providers including in domestic violence to inmate reintegration.

Career:

A Graduate Diploma of Criminology from Murdoch University 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
Government Officer
Intelligence Officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminology Theory and Methods

Crime Prevention

Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice

Applied Problem Solving Methods in Criminology

Criminal Law and Evidence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Criminology View 20 other Masters in Criminology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 103448M
Recognised Bachelor 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.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36000 AUD / year

≈ 36000 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

26760 AUD / year

≈ 26760 AUD / year

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Perth

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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