Study at Australia’s largest criminology school
As one of the largest criminology schools in the world, you'll have the advantage of our international focus and strong industry connections. Our students learn from world-class academics leading in their field of research both in Australia and internationally.
With the option to study in specialist areas and undertake double degrees, you’ll be equipped with the essential skills to follow a variety of career paths.
Increase your career opportunities with a double degree
Our innovative double degrees give you the ability to specialise during your degree and expand your skills to better prepare you for future careers.
RESEARCH AND POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Whether you're beginning your research study or continuing at a higher level, our degrees provide a
unique opportunity to follow a specific interest in a particular research area.
The Graduate Diploma of Criminological Research Studies is designed to provide graduates in the criminology and criminal justice discipline with the opportunity to undertake advanced study in research methodology and to undertake supervised research work in the discipline area appropriate to their research trajectory.
In the Graduate Certificate, you will learn about the problem of crime in contemporary society, the role of research, policy development and evaluation, and key criminology and criminal justice issues.
This degree has been designed in collaboration with Queensland Health's School of Mental Health to provide postgraduate professional training for current or future forensic mental health practitioners, including nurses, psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists. It also provides an extension to undergraduate degrees in nursing, applied science, criminology and criminal justice, and applied psychology.
Postgraduate studies in criminology and criminal justice provide a pathway to professional advancement for those working in these fields. The courses are designed to provide an overview of criminological theory and research, the workings of the criminal justice system and allied organisations, insight into key policy debates and an understanding of research methods.
The aim of the Master of Forensic Mental Health program is to provide advanced training to enhance and develop specialist skills and knowledge in students, to assist them to work more effectively with the forensic mental health population. The program is designed around four aspects of forensic mental health practice - assessment, intervention, management and research methods, which comprise the core components of the program.