Master of Criminology and Master of Public and Social Policy
Master of Criminology and Master of Public and Social Policy
Summary The Master of Criminology will develop your skills in advanced criminology theory, applied criminological research and criminal justice policy analysis. As a graduate, you’ll use your knowledge and draw from fields including sociology, psychology, psychiatry and social anthropology, to understand better, measure and evaluate crime. The unique Master of…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Master of Criminology will develop your skills in advanced criminology theory, applied criminological research and criminal justice policy analysis. As a graduate, you’ll use your knowledge and draw from fields including sociology, psychology, psychiatry and social anthropology, to understand better, measure and evaluate crime.
The unique Master of Public and Social Policy – with its dual focus on policy analysis and applied social research – will give you a deep understanding of the forces that shape policy and the processes involved in making it. You’ll develop advanced skills in critical analysis to help you design and deliver effective policy solutions that serve the public interest, as well as the confidence to make socially informed judgements in a range of specialist policy areas.
Key features
Learn from expert teachers from across the globe
Get access to highly respected experts in the intelligence sector, who are in demand and sought after by media. Participate in dynamic simulations
Replicate the multidisciplinary groups that tackle crime issues in the real world, and improve your practical skills. Become widely sought after in government and private sectors
Develop advanced and integrated knowledge and skills in one or more policy domains. Develop and evaluate public and social policy
Acquire the skills and confidence to use and interpret complex research and administrative data.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Criminologist
Cybersecurity analyst
Detective
Electorate officer
Forensic-related role
Human services consultant
Intelligence analyst
Market or social researcher
Media and communications adviser
Policy adviser
Policy analyst
Private investigator
Public servant
Social and community services manager
Social or environmental consultant
Social policy researcher
Employers
Advocacy organisations
Australian Border Force
Corrective services
Cybersecurity and intelligence agencies
Government agencies and departments
Law firms
Market research firms
NGOs
Police and law enforcement agencies
Research institutes
Security firms
Trade unions
Universities
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
