Graduate Certificate in Criminology

Bond University

Australia, Gold Coast

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Bond University

Australia , Gold Coast

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

083525F

Campuses

Gold Coast

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026

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Duration 1 semester(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 16,810 / total(s)

Next Intake January-2026

Graduate Certificate in Criminology

About

The 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.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Recognised 4 year Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree

4 year Bachelor degree - 4 point grading scale

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field

Recognised 4 year Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree

4 year Bachelor degree - 5 point grading scale

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field

English Program Requirements

English language proficiency requirements

Bond's programs are taught and assessed in English, so depending on your educational background and citizenship, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. This may include submitting results from an approved English Language Test taken in the past two years - you can see the required results for the most common approved tests below. There are other ways to demonstrate English language proficiency and gain entry into this program, including demonstrating prior study in English, or other qualifications. 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: 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: 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): 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)

Career

What can you do with your degree?

Criminology is fast becoming a vital discipline. A career in criminology explores the motives behind criminal behaviour and analyses the criminal justice system.

The Graduate Certificate in Criminology enables students with an existing knowledge or in an early career in criminology to develop research skills as they relate to various areas of criminological enquiry and communicate the results of any research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. It will equip graduates with the critical thinking skills and strategic development required to expand their criminology careers.

Outcomes

Youth worker

Case management and support roles for young people in a range of fields, employed by government agencies or not-for-profit organisations. These positions can involve delivery of intervention programs, crisis relief, or work in accommodation and educational settings. Salaries can range to $70,000, with part- and full-time positions, and anticipated growth of 15.2% in five years (Seek, 2022).

Family violence worker

Provide support, case management or advocacy services in health, education, welfare sectors relating to domestic violence for government or not-for-profit organisations. Casual, part-time (permanent) and full-time positions.

Police officer

As sworn officer you are required to serve and protect the persons and property in the community. You can work in a variety of roles including general duties, investigations, traffic safety. Pay is around $78,000.