Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal 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
Core skills this course teaches
Critical Analysis of Criminal Justice
Develop the ability to critically examine criminal justice systems and evaluate their effectiveness regarding law enforcement and corrections.
Understanding Myths and Realities of Crime
Explore the myths surrounding crime and identify approaches that work across societal and institutional contexts.
Research Skills in Criminology
Apply valid research principles and methods to address complex social issues related to crime, justice, and social control.
What You're Signing Up For
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.
Course Content
- Social Harm, (De)criminalisation, Discourse and Power
- Police and Prisons: Local and Global Perspectives of Social Control
- Youth Crime, Youth Justice and Indigenous/Pacific Perspectives
- Children, Teens, and the Law
- Approaches to Criminological and Criminal Justice Enquiry
- Human Rights Research Methods
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Arts (Criminology and Criminal Justice) or equivalent qualification
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Criminal Justice
Social Services
Law Enforcement
Future employment opportunities might be
Department of Corrections
Local authorities
Ministry of Justice