Security surveillance, terrorism, policing, cyber-crime and transnational crime are just a few of the areas you’ll explore to help you understand the inner workings of criminal behaviour.
You will learn how to evaluate, think critically, and apply theories and methods to real-world environments through work placements. Some of our students have previously undertaken internships within federal or state government agencies, including community safety departments or commercial providers including in domestic violence to inmate reintegration.
Upon successful completion of this course, you can gain direct entry into the Master of Criminology.
3 reasons to study a Graduate Diploma in Criminology at Murdoch
Murdoch is the only university in Western Australia to offer this unique course.
Study the latest methods to meet practitioner and real-world demands.
Learn from leading academics who have significant real-world experience to ensure that your learning is at the forefront of professional practice. Some of our academics have worked in prisons, law enforcement and with government organisations.
Your career
A Graduate Diploma of Criminology could see you working in public and private sectors nationally or internationally.
Other opportunities of employment include law enforcement, corrections, intelligence, international and cognate entities as well as a range of providers in the broad sphere of criminal justice. Some career pathways could include:
Criminologist
Cyber-security Analyst
Government Officer
Intelligence Officer
State or Federal Police Law Enforcement Officers
Intelligence & National Security Officer
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
May 2025
Murdoch Campus (South Street) - Perth
90 South Street,
Murdoch,
Western Australia,
6150, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
July 2025
Murdoch Campus (South Street) - Perth
90 South Street,
Murdoch,
Western Australia,
6150, Australia
Recognised Bachelor degree or higher; or satisfactory preparation for the course through informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the Academic Chair.
English Language requirements: IELTS overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0; CAE - 169 overall with no band below 169; PTE - 50 with no band below 50; TOEFL IBT - 73 with no band less than 18; OET - OET with a minimum of C (250-290) in each of the four components.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Murdoch’s creative approach to education gives students the support and opportunities to think critically and forge their own career pathways.