Federation University

Associate Degree of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The course will prepare you for work in state and federal police, in courts and corrections, government departments and for work in community based agencies delivering criminal justice courses.

Through this course, you will learn to understand crime data, why crime rates and types vary in different countries and across remote, regional and urban settings. You’ll also learn to evaluate the effectiveness of different crime prevention strategies and policies, as well as develop a knowledge of criminal justice processes.

You will engage with debates about the interaction between the criminal justice system and groups in society who are overrepresented as victims, offenders or both. You will also consider the influence of factors such as disadvantage, ethnicity, aboriginality, disability, age and gender and the effect of these factors on access to justice.

Delivery mode

Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Locations
  • 100 Clyde Rd, Berwick
  • Mount Helen, Ballarat
  • Northways Rd, Churchill

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $50,976 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
Study mode On Campus / Online
Duration 2 Years
Estimated fee* $50,976 $0

Career opportunities

The Associate Degree of Criminology and Criminal Justice will prepare you for the following roles.

About Federation University

At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.

Operating since 1998
Legal name Federation University Australia
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