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Graduate Diploma in Criminology

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Criminology explores contemporary issues of crime, punishment and criminal justice, linking criminological theory with policy and practice. You will build a critical understanding through interdisciplinary study and electives alongside a core unit, gaining insight into crime and control across different contexts. This is a graduate diploma qualification in criminology within the law discipline. The programme develops advanced legal analysis, professional practice skills, and specialist knowledge for complex legal and regulatory contexts.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply criminological knowledge across criminal justice and wider public and private sectors. Typical pathways include roles in criminal justice agencies, government policy and politics, border protection and intelligence, local government, research institutions, NGOs, advocacy bodies, consumer groups, private companies and universities. This is a graduate diploma qualification supporting careers related to criminology and law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, in-house counsel, policy advisory, and specialist professional roles in Law.

Entry requirements

Admission requires a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$27,050 per year

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CSP: A$8,700
Full Fee Paying: A$16,000

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)
Sydney, CBD Level 16, 17 and 18, 133 Castlereagh Street

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GNCRIMIN3000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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