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About the course
This diploma provides foundational study in criminology and criminal justice, preparing you to understand crime patterns, crime data and the social factors that influence offending and victimisation. You’ll explore crime prevention strategies, policy effectiveness and key criminal justice processes across policing, courts and corrections. Assessment is informed by industry practice and includes applied examples, helping build skills for employment or pathways into higher qualifications in justice.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue entry-level roles across justice and community services, with opportunities in policing support, courts and corrections settings, and within government or community-based agencies. The course builds understanding of crime trends, justice processes and prevention approaches that can support work in case management and program delivery. Typical roles include juvenile caseworker, court officer, project officer and corrections officer in criminal justice contexts.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
