Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Criminology from Murdoch University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of criminal behavior and its prevention. Through a blend of theory, practical experience, and interdisciplinary insights, this program prepares students for careers in law enforcement, cybersecurity, government, intelligence, and more. Emphasizing real-world demands and taught by experts in the field, this program provides a solid foundation for professionals seeking to address criminal issues effectively.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Diploma in Criminology is a postgraduate program offered by Murdoch University in Western Australia. It is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of criminal behavior, its causes, and methods for prevention. The program explores various areas of criminology, including security surveillance, terrorism, policing, cybercrime, and transnational crime. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate criminal issues, think critically, and apply theories and methods to real-world environments. Students will gain practical experience through work placements, with opportunities to intern within federal or state government agencies, community safety departments, or commercial providers. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Criminology, students can gain direct entry into the Master of Criminology program.
Outline:
The Graduate Diploma in Criminology is a 24-credit point program. It consists of:
- Course Core (24 credit points):
- Required Units (12 credit points):
- MCR501 Criminology Theory and Methods (6 credit points)
- MCR502 Crime Prevention (6 credit points)
- Specified Electives (12 credit points):
- MCR601 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice (6 credit points)
- OR MCR602 Applied Problem Solving Methods in Criminology (6 credit points)
- OR MCR604 Criminal Law and Evidence (6 credit points)
- OR MCR608 Policing – Issues, Methods and Controversies (6 credit points)
- OR MCR503 Applied Criminal Intelligence (6 credit points)
- OR MCR607 Advanced Transnational Crime (6 credit points)
- OR MCR603 Cybercrime and Digital Forensics (6 credit points)
Careers:
A Graduate Diploma in Criminology can lead to a variety of career opportunities in both the public and private sectors, nationally and internationally. Some potential career paths include:
- Criminologist
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Government Officer
- Intelligence Officer
- State or Federal Police Law Enforcement Officers
- Intelligence & National Security Officer
Other:
- Murdoch University is the only university in Western Australia to offer this Graduate Diploma in Criminology program.
- The program emphasizes the latest methods to meet practitioner and real-world demands.
- The program is taught by leading academics with significant real-world experience in prisons, law enforcement, and government organizations.
- The program provides an interdisciplinary and intercultural perspective on criminology.
