Associate Degree of Criminal Justice
This is course information for enrolled students. For prospective students please visit Associate Degree of Criminal Justice.
Overview
Criminal justice covers a broad range of topics, such as criminology, criminal psychology, criminal law and procedure, law enforcement, corrections and justice related issues. In this course you’ll receive a comprehensive, theoretical education in each of these areas – from learning why people commit crimes to understanding the importance of ethics and legal processes.
The Associate Degree of Criminal Justice is a pathway for students exiting the Bachelor program (irrespective of reason), while enabling graduation with an AQF qualification. It requires successful completion of the first four trimesters of the six-trimester Bachelor of Criminology and Justice. With full-time enrolment, the Associate Degree of Criminal Justice is completed in one year and four months, rather than in two years.
Summary
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Degree Name |
Associate Degree of Criminal Justice |
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Degree Code |
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Level of Qualification |
Undergraduate |
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Duration |
1 year and 4 months |
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Number of Units |
16 Units 15 core units and 1 elective |
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Study Load |
For each standard unit NCPS recommends an average of nine hours of study per week, for each week in the trimester, made up of:
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Availability |
On-campus in Melbourne or Online |
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Award Title |
Associate Degree of Criminal Justice |
