Doctor of Philosophy (Criminology)
Doctor of Philosophy (Criminology)
Understanding the drivers of crime is fundamental to devising the best ways of responding to it. Undertake an advanced research project in criminology working with world renowned experts across a range of diverse areas of contemporary relevance. You will join researchers who are working to create new knowledge in policing,…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Understanding the drivers of crime is fundamental to devising the best ways of responding to it. Undertake an advanced research project in criminology working with world renowned experts across a range of diverse areas of contemporary relevance. You will join researchers who are working to create new knowledge in policing, organised crime, transnational migration, cybercrime and terrorism, and develop new ways of understanding prisons, desistance from crime, criminal networks, dark tourism, border and military criminology.
Your career
A PhD in Criminology is an excellent foundation for an academic career as a criminologist. It can set you apart as a leading researcher and thinker in policy making and criminal justice settings. Your PhD can unlock careers in policing and security, victims service support, corrections, human rights or academia.
Potential occupations include:·
- Criminologist
- Policy maker/analyst
- Intelligence officer
- Security adviser
- Researcher
Potential employers include:
- Correctional services
- Intelligence and security services
- Police
- Government
- Universities
REQUIREMENTS
To be accepted for enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy candidature, an applicant must:
Have at least one of the following Australian qualifications (which must include studies relevant to the proposed field of research), or the equivalent qualification as approved by the relevant authorized delegate:
- A Bachelors degree with Honours class 1 or 2A
- A Graduate Diploma or Masters degree by coursework with a research component of at least 18 units, with an average grade of Distinction or better in the research component
- A Masters by Research degree
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.5 Writing, 6.0 Reading, 6.0 Listening; TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall with 18 Speaking, 22 Writing, 18 Reading, 18 Listening; Pearson PTE Academic: 58 Overall with 58 Speaking, 50 Writing, 50 Reading, 50 Listening; Cambridge C1 Advanced: 176 Overall with 169 Speaking, 169 Writing, 169 Reading, 169 Listening; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 105-110
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
