Federation University Australia
Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
- Level
- Diploma
- Duration
- 1.0F/P
- Campus
- Berwick (VIC)
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
- Home Tuition
- A$18,025 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Social science graduates develop analytical and research skills valued across the civil service, consultancy, research organisations, NGOs and business. Many proceed to postgraduate specialisation or professional training.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
Ballarat offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 12,478
- Staff Ratio
- 19.0:1
- International
- 32.0%
Career Prospects
- Employment Rate
- 75.0%
- of graduates employed
Costs & Living
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Admission notes
- Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 50.00If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). VET studies in Year 12 Applicants who have completed a Certificate III as part of their year 12 will be considered for this course. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 50.00If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). VET studies in Year 12 Applicants who have completed a Certificate III as part of their year 12 will be considered for this course. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the Federation Access Studies (FAST) course. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Completion of a Certificate III qualification or higher. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience in a justice
- or community and human services
- related field, completed within the last 10 years. Applicants must also successfully achieve a score of at least 70% on a literacy test provided by the University. Applicants who do not meet these criteria should consider a pathway course such as the Federation Access Studies (FAST) . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English. | Current Year 12 graduates VTAC Personal Statement Any relevant work and/or life experience that you would like considered as part of your application should be included in the VTAC personal statement. Please include your employment history and any relevant volunteer work. Recent Year 12 graduates VTAC Personal Statement Any relevant work and/or life experience that you would like considered as part of your application should be included in the VTAC personal statement. Please include your employment history and any relevant volunteer work. Applicants with Higher Education study VTAC Personal Statement Any relevant work and/or life experience that you would like considered as part of your application should be included in the VTAC personal statement. Please include your employment history and any relevant volunteer work. Applicants with VET study VTAC Personal Statement Any relevant work and/or life experience that you would like considered as part of your application should be included in the VTAC personal statement. Please include your employment history and any relevant volunteer work. Applicants with work and life experience VTAC Personal Statement Any relevant work and/or life experience that you would like considered as part of your application should be included in the VTAC personal statement. Please include your employment history and any relevant volunteer work.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 12,478
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 19:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 32%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Four seasons
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 8.5/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Ballarat offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.
What Students Love
- Historic city & heritage
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Total Students12,478
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students32%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10
Career & Outcomes
- Graduate Employment
- 75%
- Employed after graduation
- Placement Year
- Not offered
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Social science graduates develop analytical and research skills valued across the civil service, consultancy, research organisations, NGOs and business.
- Many proceed to postgraduate specialisation or professional training.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Engineering
- Education
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Higher
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Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)See fee page →
Tuition (Home)A$18,025per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page