Justice & Policing
A course by
AUT
Advance your knowledge of criminology and criminal justice and develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on crime, policing, prisons, youth justice, and children's rights.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year

Develop the ability to critically examine criminal justice systems and evaluate their effectiveness regarding law enforcement and corrections.

Explore the myths surrounding crime and identify approaches that work across societal and institutional contexts.

Apply valid research principles and methods to address complex social issues related to crime, justice, and social control.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Justice furthers your understanding of criminology and criminal justice, enabling you to apply valid research principles to complex social issues related to crime and its control. You’ll critically examine the criminal justice system, including the police and use of prisons; explore the myths surrounding crime; and identify what approaches work. The programme has a strong focus on children’s rights in the courtroom and youth crime in the community. Specialised knowledge in these areas will make your CV stand out within the criminal justice sector. The programme also serves as a stepping stone into the Master of Criminology and Criminal Justice.
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Arts (Criminology and Criminal Justice) or equivalent qualification

Criminal Justice
Social Services
Law Enforcement

Department of Corrections
Local authorities
Ministry of Justice
Justice & Policing
A course by
AUT
Advance your knowledge of criminology and criminal justice and develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on crime, policing, prisons, youth justice, and children's rights.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year

Develop the ability to critically examine criminal justice systems and evaluate their effectiveness regarding law enforcement and corrections.

Explore the myths surrounding crime and identify approaches that work across societal and institutional contexts.

Apply valid research principles and methods to address complex social issues related to crime, justice, and social control.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Justice furthers your understanding of criminology and criminal justice, enabling you to apply valid research principles to complex social issues related to crime and its control. You’ll critically examine the criminal justice system, including the police and use of prisons; explore the myths surrounding crime; and identify what approaches work. The programme has a strong focus on children’s rights in the courtroom and youth crime in the community. Specialised knowledge in these areas will make your CV stand out within the criminal justice sector. The programme also serves as a stepping stone into the Master of Criminology and Criminal Justice.
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Arts (Criminology and Criminal Justice) or equivalent qualification

Criminal Justice
Social Services
Law Enforcement

Department of Corrections
Local authorities
Ministry of Justice
Ministry of Social Development
National and international human rights organisations
New Zealand Customs
New Zealand Police
Non-governmental community groups
Ministry of Social Development
National and international human rights organisations
New Zealand Customs
New Zealand Police
Non-governmental community groups