Macquarie University

Master of Counter Terrorism and Master of Criminology

Macquarie University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J

The practice-oriented Master of Counter Terrorism will prepare you to analyse real-world counterterrorism challenges. Youll learn about the theory and practice of counterterrorism studies; the emerging domestic, regional and international challenges related to terrorism and their implications for counterterrorism approaches and policies; and the evolution of Australias counterterrorism strategies and policies. The Master of Criminology will develop your skills in advanced criminology theory, applied criminological research and criminal justice policy analysis. As a graduate, youll use your knowledge and draw from fields including sociology, psychology, psychiatry and social anthropology, to understand better, measure and evaluate crime.

Structure

Total Credit Points 160

Subjects

  • PICT8018 Counter Terrorism in the Global and Australian Contexts
  • PICT8020 Advanced Terrorism Studies
  • PICT8037 Choosing Terror: Pathways into Terrorism
  • PICT8043 International Terrorism
  • PICT8012 Critical Thought and Research Design
  • PICT8042 Australia s Approach to Law Enforcement
  • PICT8062 The Crimes of the Powerful
  • PICT8088 Advanced Criminology Theory
  • PICT8089 Applied Criminology

Standard entry requirements

  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria: AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria: AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at a senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Campus Domestic: $66,600
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 2 years
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park Domestic: $66,600
International: $86,600
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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