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Bachelor of Criminology

Victoria University

  • Melbourne, Australia
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A one-year research master's in Criminology completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: yes

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Criminology in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in criminology in research master concepts
  • Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Research Assistant
  • Project Assistant
  • Program Coordinator

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in Criminology guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Completion of a secondary school qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12 and course-specific prerequisites where required.

Accepted academic background

Australian Year 12 equivalent, Recognised secondary qualification, Relevant pathway qualification

Language tests

  • IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application
  • Academic transcripts
  • Evidence of English proficiency
  • Passport
  • Course-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

  1. Choose the course
  2. Collect academic and English documents
  3. Apply online or through an approved VU education agent
  4. Receive and accept the offer
  5. Pay the international fee deposit
  6. Arrange a student visa and enrol.

Other costs

Tuition per year$32,400 AUD
Application fee$75 AUD
Deposit$16,200 AUD

Program details

CampusCity Campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of Arts, Business, Law, Education and IT
DepartmentLaw & Criminology
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value288
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteVU Block Model International Scholarship may provide up to 30% tuition savings; STEM Accommodation Scholarship and VU Global Research Scholarship may apply where eligibility criteria are met.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    February 2027

    Apply by

    7 Feb 2027

    85 days left
  • Program starts

    April 2027

    Apply by

    18 Apr 2027

    155 days left
  • Program starts

    July 2027

    Apply by

    18 Jul 2027

    246 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.