The Master of Criminology offers skill development and a scholarly understanding of crime, justice, and forensic issues. This course provides comprehensive knowledge of criminology theories, crime prevention, the theory and practice of punishment, criminal offenders, and the workings of police, courts, and correctional institutions, including current issues in crime and deviance. It equips students with both knowledge and research skills necessary for analysing criminological issues and teaches them how to critically evaluate published research.
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Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
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The Master of Criminology will prepare you for the following roles.
A Crime Analyst examines crime data and trends to assist law enforcement in preventing and solving criminal activities. You might work for police d...
A Criminologist studies patterns in criminal activity and develops strategies to reduce crime. You might focus on a particular type of criminal act...
A Forensic Psychologist applies psychological principles within the legal and criminal justice systems to understand criminal behaviour and support...
An Intelligence Analyst gathers, examines, and interprets data to support national security and intelligence efforts. You might work in government...
A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organis...
A Detective investigates crimes and gathers evidence to solve cases. You might work in a police department, a specialised investigative unit, or fo...
An Intelligence Officer gathers, analyses, and interprets information to support national security and intelligence operations. You might work with...
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