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Master of Justice and Criminology

Masters.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This master’s degree builds advanced knowledge of justice systems, crime and criminological practice, with an emphasis on contemporary issues in crime management and policy. You’ll study with an industry-informed curriculum and develop analytical and research skills to understand crime, prevention, enforcement and rehabilitation in complex social settings. This is a master by coursework in law/justice at RMIT University. The programme develops advanced legal analysis, professional practice skills, and specialist knowledge for complex legal and regulatory contexts.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across justice, policy and community safety settings, applying criminology and justice knowledge to real-world problems. Potential pathways include policy and program roles in government and NGOs, social research positions, youth and juvenile justice work, mediation and security management. This prepares you for professional practice in justice and criminology as a master by coursework. Preparing graduates for legal practice, in-house counsel, policy advisory, and specialist professional roles in Law.


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$39,360 per year

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A$29,760 per year

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Information

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Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years, Reduced duration available years

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February, July

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Melbourne City

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MC223

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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