Master of Justice and Criminology

    Master of Justice and Criminology

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 27,076 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Master of Justice and Criminology

    About

    With a strong vocational focus, the Master of Justice and Criminology provides you with the advanced skills and knowledge to effectively perform as a justice professional.

    Upon successful completion of this degree, you will be able to work meaningfully in areas including:
    • criminology
    • management
    • compliance
    • investigation
    • governance
    • human security.

    This degree is designed for students wishing to enter a career in the justice system, as well as for people already working in the industry who wish to update and extend their knowledge. Some subjects are offered online, giving you the flexibility to design a study plan to meet your needs.

    Graduates will enhance their career opportunities in the justice sector and related fields including policing, customs, corrections and the courts.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification).

    You may also be considered if you have at least 5 years of work experience or professional practise in a related field.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
    • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    Graduates of this degree will be able to work as critical and reflective practitioners in a variety of professional environments within the public and criminal justice sectors, using a variety of social perspectives and disciplines to advance principles of social justice.

    You will be able to demonstrate sensitivity when working in culturally and linguistically diverse environments and lead debate within organisations on criminal justice policy, process and research issues.

    You'll be prepared for a career in:

    • policing and prosecution
    • courts management
    • customs and border protection
    • youth justice
    • justice policy
    • law enforcement and policing
    • mediation
    • prisons administration
    • private security firms
    • security management
    • social research.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,076 / yaer
    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Find a course

    Step 2: Check the entry requirements

    Step 3: Collect required documents

    Step 4: Submit your application

    If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

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    Master of Justice and Criminology

    RMIT University

    RMIT University

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne