Master Of Criminology (Research)

The University of Sydney

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1 Year

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$36641

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The Master of Criminology (Research) enables you to further explore aspects involving criminal law, forensic psychiatry, drug policy and the law, gender and race relations, youth and crime, policing in society, and other social and cultural aspects of criminal justice. The Master of Criminology 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. The thesis must make a substantial contribution to the knowledge of the subject concerned. Students are also required to undertake the compulsory research-support coursework unit, LAWS6077 Legal Research 1. Career pathways 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.

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A successful applicant for admission to the Master of Criminology by research requires an Honours degree with first or upper second class honours. Applications for admission to candidature for the Master of Criminology are assessed on the basis of: suitability and sufficiency of merit of the applicant's prior qualification (Bachelor's degree or equivalent); suitability of proposed topic; and availability of appropriate supervision. IELTS score: A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band

1 Year - Full time

Fee

A$55,600.00 (US$ 36,641) per yearPlease check with institution*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

CBD Campus, 133 Castlereagh Street, THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY, New South Wales, 2006, SYDNEY, Australia

1 Year - Full time

Fee

A$55,600.00 (US$ 36,641) per year

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

Camperdown/Darlington Campus, Superintendents House, 160 City Road, THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY, New South Wales, 2008, SYDNEY, Australia

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The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is currently ranked in the top 50 universities in the world.* It is also first in Australia and fourth in the world for graduate employability (2018 QS Graduate Employability Rankings). Students come from 134 different countries to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
There are plenty of facilities to enjoy on campus, including a gym with a heated Olympic-size swimming pool and a rock climbing centre. Students can soak up some culture at the University’s art galleries and museums, grab coffee, breakfast or lunch at one of the 30 cafes and restaurants, and enjoy after-work drinks and entertainment at the on-campus bars.
All enrolled students have the opportunity to get involved in clubs and societies run by the University of Sydney Union (USU). There are more than 200, ranging from sports clubs to language and cultural groups. Students can also establish their own clubs, with support from USU.
There are many support services available to students, including disability services, careers advisers, a confidential counselling service, health service, and financial assistance office. When it comes to studying, students have access to the largest academic library in the southern hemisphere. It spans over 11 locations and holds more than 5.2 million books, journals and ebooks.
It is possible for students to expand their career opportunities through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the University’s 270 overseas programs.

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