Study Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Develop specialised knowledge and explore the latest developments in crime and justice with a Master’s degree in Aotearoa’s most established and extensive criminology programme.Get to the heart of contemporary debates in crime, harm, and justice. Critically examine the workings of our social systems and how we respond to victims and offenders. Explore opportunities for transformations in justice.Career optionsA Master of Criminology prepares you for a range of justice-related roles. Alongside roles across the criminal justice sector, you could work as a human rights advocate or take a position in social and community services, policy analysis, social science research, youth justice services, or restorative justice forums.

Which department am I in?

Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (2 Trimesters)

Tuition fees

NZ$38,350.00 (US$ 22,876) per year

Books & Stationery – 870 (1 year of study)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

You need a Bachelors degree with at least a B average unless stated otherwise in the programmes minimum general entry requirements. A background in a particular subject area or extensive relevant work experience may be required. Students with equivalent international qualifications from a recognised institution are encouraged to apply. Each application is assessed individually, and entry into postgraduate programmes is at the discretion of the programme director.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.