Master of Criminology (CWT)

The Master of Criminology provides specialist training for professional qualification purposes, usually to graduates working in the fields of criminology, the criminal justice system and social policy and research relating to these areas, but may also be taken for general interest. This course does not necessarily lead to higher degree study, however high achieving students may qualify for entry to a masters by research or PhD.

Students who complete the masters should:

• develop a comprehensive knowledge of theories of crime, deviance and social control;
• acquire advanced skills in research including ability to summarise and critically assess relevant theory and to collect and analyse relevant data;
• exhibit a capacity to plan and execute original research, and to present sophisticated arguments and ideas in systematic and coherent ways;
• emerge with a thorough understanding of relevant policy and political issues;
• have the capacity to engage in further higher degree research.

200 Point Program

Duration: 2 years full-time/ up to 4 years part-time

First 100 points:

• Three compulsory subjects(37.5 points)
• Five elective subjects(62.5 points)

Second 100 points:

• Two compulsory subjects (25 points) and

Option 1

• Six elective subjects (75 points)

or

Option 2

• Thesis Seminar (12.5 points)
• Thesis (37.5 points) &
• Electives (25 points)

150 Point Program

Duration: 1.5 years full-time/ up to 3 years part-time

First 50 Points:

• Three compulsory subjects (37.5 points)
• One elective subject (12.5 points)

Remaining 100 points:

• Two compulsory subjects (25 points) and

Option 1

• Six elective subjects (75 points)

or

Option 2

• Thesis Seminar (12.5 points)
• Thesis (37.5 points) &
• Electives (25 points)

100 point program

Duration: 1.5 years full-time/ up to 3 years part-time

• Two compulsory subjects (25 points) and

Option 1:

• Six elective subjects (75 points)

or

Option 2:

• Thesis Seminar (12.5 points)
• Thesis (37.5 points) &
• Electives (25 points)

For policies that govern this degree, see Academic Services Policy in the University Melbourne Policy Framework. Students also should also refer to information in the Student Policy Directory.

1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –

For the 200 point program

• an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline with a grade average of at least H2B (70%) in the relevant subjects, or equivalent; or
• an undergraduate degree in any discipline and a Graduate Certificate in a cognate discipline with a grade average of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent.

For the 150 point program

• an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline with a grade average of at least H2B (70%) in the relevant subjects and at least one year of documented relevant work experience, or equivalent.

For the 100 point program

• an honours degree in Criminology or a cognate discipline with at least H2B (70%) or equivalent; or
• a postgraduate diploma in Criminology or a cognate discipline with a grade average of at least H2B (70%) or equivalent; or
• an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline, or subsequent additional qualification, (e.g. professional certificates) with a grade average grade of at least H2B (70%) in the relevant subjects and two years of full time documented relevant work experience, or equivalent.

2. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews or tests and may call for referee reports and employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

Examples of relevant professional experience include:professional experience and training in criminology, the criminal justice system (the police, courts, correctional institutions and other regulatory bodies) or in related public and social policy. Applicants seeking exemption on these grounds must provide:

• a Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing work experience;
• contact details of two referees;
• a covering letter outlining the applicant’s professional background and how this prepares them to successfully undertake the program.

Admission process

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this course are articulated in the Course Description, Course Objectives and Generic Skills of this entry.
The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/

Students who complete the minor thesis may be eligible to apply for the PhD.

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