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Masters Degrees in Criminal Justice in Australia

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Study a Criminal Justice Masters in Australia in 2025

Studying for a degree in Criminal Justice will give you an insight into domestic and international criminal justice systems. You will examine the differences between civil, common and international law. You will also gain an insight into the infrastructure that enforces criminal law, from the police, to judges and policymakers.

To study Criminal law at university level, you should have a strong interest in legal frameworks and criminology.

By studying in this field, your modules are likely to cover topics such as:

  • Terrorism
  • Human rights
  • International crime
  • Cybercrime
  • Corporate crime
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Criminal Trial
  • Criminal Law

Graduates of degrees in Criminal Justice go on to work in a variety of fields across law, including working at law firms and law schools.

Postgraduate programmes in Criminal Justice are most commonly offered at universities as:

  • Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip), which will typically take 1 year to complete when studied Full-Time
  • Master of Law (LLM degree), which can typically take between 1-2 years to complete, depending on whether you wish to study Full-time or Part-time
  • Master of Arts (MA degree), which can typically take between 1-2 years to complete when studied Full-time.

Study in Australia

Famous for surfing, sunshine and beaches, Australia has so much to offer to international students. The country's rich culture and history makes it a incredibly diverse country, and one that is welcoming and warm towards the international community. Australia has long been seen as a global leader in higher education, and places emphasis on delivering world-class education to both domestic and international students. The Group of Eight Universities is a prestigious group of universities that focus on providing internationally renowned faculty and research facilities across Australian higher education.

See our detailed guide to studying in Australia for international students.

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