Bond University
Graduate Certificate in Criminology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Certificate in Criminology provides an understanding of a broad range of criminological theories, research, and practical applications. This program will prepare you to undertake professional or skilled work, or as a pathway to more advanced areas of study you are wanting to complete.
During completion of this course, you will be prepared to understand, evaluate, and conduct research at a high level, understand knowledge acquisition and critical thinking, and will be exposed to theoretical concepts within criminology as well as performing analysis of criminal behaviours through case studies.
Delivery mode
Bond University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 14 University Drive, Robina
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field
Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field
If your qualification does not meet the English language requirements then you will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
- Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Criminology will prepare you for the following roles.
Police Officer
A Police Officer enforces laws, investigates crimes and maintains public safety. You might gather evidence of alleged criminal activity and appear ...
Crime Analyst
A Crime Analyst examines crime data and trends to assist law enforcement in preventing and solving criminal activities. You might work for police d...
Law Enforcement Officer
A Law Enforcement Officer upholds the law and maintains public order. You might work in a variety of settings, such as patrolling communities, resp...
Probation Officer
A Probation Officer supervises individuals who have been placed on probation instead of serving time in prison. You might work within the court sys...
Parole Officer
A Parole Officer plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system by supervising offenders released on parole. Responsibilities include assessin...
Correctional Officer
A Correctional Officer oversees daily operations at a prison or correctional facility. You might supervise inmates during their daily activities or...
About Bond University
In 1989, Bond was established with the vision of delivering educational excellence that satisfied the highest international standards.
Decades later, this remains at the forefront of the University's ethos, paired with our commitment to offer a student experience that benefits and transforms every graduate. Today, students, their experiences, and their ambitions remain at the heart of the University’s every decision, action and innovation.
Not just reserved for a select few, each and every Bond student has unrivalled access to industry, entrepreneurship, academic, and career experiences.
At Bond, we are dedicated to fostering exceptional graduate outcomes. This commitment has been reflected in national rankings like the Employer Satisfaction Survey, where we were ranked #1 in Australia in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
Bond’s research portfolio reflects the University’s focus on ingenuity and entrepreneurship, and offers meaningful contributions across disciplines, from healthcare innovations to big data and beyond.
From day one, Bond students gain membership to a network of more than 30,000 alumni located in more than 120 countries, providing unmatched networking opportunities.
