Overview

Criminology (Research) from University of Sydney is available full-time up to two years or part-time over four years and is awarded on the basis of a supervised thesis of 50,000 words.

Careers

The Master of Criminology by research degree at the University of Sydney Law School provides strong foundations for a career in criminal justice. The Master of Criminology degree prepares students to enter research, policy, and practice-related vocations in government, non-government and private companies. Common career pathways into and following completion of the degree including youth justice, adult corrections, criminal justice policy and research, and victim support agencies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social and psychological aspects of crime.
Juvenile delinquency.
History of crime and the justice system.
Research and reporting skills.
Forensic science and investigative skills.
Special victims and special populations.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

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Campus Location

Sydney, Australia
Camperdown, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 016238B
Expression of Interest (EOI)
Formal application for admission
Motivation statement
Time availability statement
Curriculum vitae
List of publications (if available)
Timeline for completion of the thesis and the compulsory unit of study, LAWS6077 Legal Research 1
A successful applicant for admission to the Master of Criminology by research requires an Honours degree with first or second class honours.
English language results
Academic transcripts

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

58400 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Qualified domestic Higher Degree by Research students in Australia can have their tuition fees covered by the Research Training Program (RTP)

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

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