GC195 - Graduate Certificate in Justice and Criminology
Plan: GC195 - Graduate Certificate in Justice and Criminology
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Graduate Certificate in Justice and Criminology
Award abbreviation: GCJustCrim
Total credit points: 48
Career: PGRD
Duration: 0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Location: Onshore, City campus
Owning school: Global, Urban and Social Studies (365H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/global-urban-and-social-studies
ASCED code: 099901
CRICOS code: 107041B
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Graduate Certificate in Justice and Criminology program has been designed to enhance your career opportunities in the justice sector and related fields. If you are already working in the justice industry, this program will allow you to update and extend your knowledge about the field in which you are currently employed or another related field, which you may wish to move into. The program will also be particularly beneficial to you if you are new, or relatively new to the justice system, and intend a career in one of its many and varied roles.
The objective of this face-to-face program is to build your skills and knowledge to allow you to operate more effectively in your profession, well-grounded in theory and informed by best professional practice. The program has a strong vocational focus, which will provide you with the specialist skills and knowledge required for you to effectively perform the wide range of tasks undertaken by professionals in the justice industry, as well as a variety of other fields such as compliance, investigation, governance and human security.
You will be introduced to global, national, and local practices and gain an understanding of key concepts, debates, and processes that underpin contemporary justice activities. While developing your critical thinking and research skills, you will also learn how to explore the links between evidence, intelligence, and practice, and examine the ways in which contemporary ideas and practices enable, shape and limit the application of justice in contemporary Australia.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.
Upon completion of this program, you can continue your studies in MC223 Master of Justice and Criminology and receive 48 credit points of exemption (equivalent to 0.5-year full-time study).
This program is also an exit award of the Master of Justice and Criminology. It is available to students upon successful completion of the four (4) courses (48 credit points) specified in the program structure.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Justice and Criminology, you may also be eligible to undertake further studies in related Masters programs at RMIT University subject to each program’s entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
You must have:
- Successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification), or
- Significant (minimum 5-years) work experience or professional practice.
To have your professional experience considered you must submit with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your experience.
English language requirement
A minimum of IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit studies in justice and criminology.
The program has strong, ongoing links with the Federal and Victorian (as well as other states and territories) Justice sectors. In particular, it is characterised by its very close associations with policing, corrections, courts administration, customs, legal administration, investigations, youth justice, Human Services, and the Department of Justice.
The program is regularly monitored through an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) which consists of high profile industry experts and representatives. Ongoing consultation with IAC ensures that the program remains up to date with the most relevant industry standards and practices.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases.
One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service. Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT
www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students
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