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Diploma in Criminology and Justice

Study overseas and gain a qualification in criminology and justice. The Diploma in Criminology and Justice is offered over eight courses and gives you the option to tailor your studies to suit your interests. Choose from a wide range of courses available to Study Abroad students, including criminal profiling and intelligence, crime prevention, youth justice, restorative justice, international justice and human rights.

In this program you will:

  • Gain knowledge and learn core theoretical concepts in your chosen area through face-to-face teaching supported by online resources
  • Earn up to 50 percent credit for relevant prior study and complete the Diploma in one semester

This program is only available to international students.

Location

CRICOS code

0100425

Duration

1 year 1 year Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$22,600 / A$22,600 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
8
Total units
96
Duration
1 year 1 year
CRICOS code
0100425
UniSC program code
AR109
Program structure
Required courses (4) 48 units

Select 4 courses from:
CRM101 Teaching Senior Secondary Languages
CRM102 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
CRM103 Introduction to Criminology
CRM105 Understanding Crime
JST101 Punishment and Corrections
CRM201 Policing
CRM203 Justice and the Australian Legal System
CRM204 Criminal Profiling & Intelligence
CRM205 Homicide, Investigations & Forensic Science
JST202 Applied Crime Prevention
CRM302 Criminal Law
CRM304 International Justice and Human Rights
CRM308 Youth Justice & Restorative Justice
CRM309 Professional Ethics and Integrity Management

Elective courses (4) 48 units

Select 4 elective courses (48 units) from the undergraduate elective course options including two that are in a cognate discipline.

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$22,600
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$22,600