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Master of Justice and Criminology
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A master degree giving advanced knowledge for justice professionals.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Justice and Criminology. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Justice and Criminology.
Career outcomes
- Policing and prosecution
- Courts management
- Customs and border protection
- Youth justice
- Justice policy
- Law enforcement
- Mediation
- Prisons administration
- Private security firms
- Security management
- Social research
Curriculum
- 192 Credit points with subjects exploring the links between evidence
- Intelligence and practice and how contemporary ideas and practices shape justice outcomes
- Some subjects are offered online. Two years full-time
- With advanced standing possible.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed Australian bachelor degree (or overseas equivalent) in any or a relevant discipline
- A minimum GPA is stated on some pages (mostly 2.0
- Some 2.5 out of 4.0)
- Relevant work experience is accepted for some courses.
Accepted academic background
Completed Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Bachelor degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Personal statement
- References and program-specific supporting documents when required.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and the deadline (3 March 2027 for Semester 1) on the course page. Apply online through RMIT's Application Portal
- Directly or through an agent. AUD 100 application fee for listed countries. Upload transcripts
- Graduation certificates
- English test evidence
- Passport and any selection-task documents. Complete any selection task or interview. Accept the offer and pay the deposit stated in the offer letter (may include OSHC). Get the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $41,666 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $5,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Design and Social Context |
| Department | Department of Law and Justice |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 192 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $41,666 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $5,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.