Master of Criminology
Master of Criminology
Bond’s Master of Criminology prepares graduates for careers in a wide range of fields and professional positions or enhances skills of those already working in relevant areas. You will develop understanding of international and global justice issues such as cybercrime, genocide, and transnational crime, explore problem-solving techniques via crime analysis…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Bond’s Master of Criminology prepares graduates for careers in a wide range of fields and professional positions or enhances skills of those already working in relevant areas.
You will develop understanding of international and global justice issues such as cybercrime, genocide, and transnational crime, explore problem-solving techniques via crime analysis and crime prevention programs, and possess transferable research and policy analysis skills.
In our Master of Criminology, there is a strong focus on practical experience and industry application with exposure to research and innovations in crime responses, policies, and justice proceedings.
You will learn first-hand from leading experts with a wealth of knowledge; who actively work on cases, conduct research, and are frequently featured in the Australian media and publications on criminology topics.
You will graduate equipped with the necessary skillset and professional networks to pursue and thrive in your career in criminology and graduate sooner with Bond’s accelerated trimester timetable.
The Master of Criminology program gives you skill development and training as well as scholarly appreciation of crime, justice and forensic issues. The program provides an understanding of a broad range of issues involving criminology theories, contemporary information on crime prevention, the theory and practice of punishment, criminal offenders, the police, courts and correctional institutions, including current crime and deviance issues. You will be provided with both knowledge and research skills and techniques required for the analysis of criminological issues and an understanding of how to critically evaluate published research.
What can you do with your degree?
Having a qualification in criminology opens the door to an array of rewarding careers. Upon completion of the program, you could expect to find employment in the following areas:
Law enforcement
Probation, parole and corrections
Youth justice services
Prevention and public safety
Victim support services
Community welfare
Human services
Government departments
Disability services
Education and training
Non-government organisations
Our Criminology graduates are highly sought after with a broad range of employment opportunities available. You could expect to find employment working as a:
Case worker
Client support officer
Client advocacy officer
Behaviour support practitioner
Correctional services officer
Criminologist
Community worker
Youth justice worker
Community education/programs officer
Program learning outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge, skills and abilities that will be achieved on completion of the program. These outcomes will help you determine whether this program aligns with your professional pathway, career and learning goals.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Bond University is a private university located on the Gold Coast, Queensland. It was established in 1989. Bond provides students with a high-quality, individualised study experience. Students learn under the mentorship of world-class, industry leading academics, and receive a fast-paced, well-rounded education with unparalleled access to resources and professional development opportunities. For 16 years, Bond has stood strong as Australia’s number one university for student experience (according to the Good Universities Guide). The university offers programs in the fields of Actuarial Science and Data Analytics; Architecture; Business and Tourism Management; Commerce and Entrepreneurship; Communication, Film and Creative Media; Construction, Property and Planning; Health, Biomedical and Sport Sciences; International Relations, Politics and Arts; Law; Medicine; Project Management and Innovation; Psychology, Criminology and Social Sciences. The university awards bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees in various fields.
