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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$22,900 / A$22,900 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 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Learning and Teaching
CRM102 Professional Experience: The Professional Teacher
CRM103 Editing for Professionals
CRM105 Digital Journalism
JST101 Marketing Essentials
CRM201 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
CRM203 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends
CRM204 Communication for the Creative Professional
CRM205 Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication
JST202 Issues in Social Media
CRM302 Social Media: Content Curation and Creation
CRM304 Creative and Interactive Advertising
CRM308 Social Media: Monitoring and Measurement
CRM309 Transmedia Storytelling Campaigns

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).

Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 96 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses)
  • Most courses are valued at 12 units unless otherwise specified

Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$22,900
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$22,900