University
University of CanterburyPostgraduate Diploma in Criminal Justice
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
IntroductionThe Postgraduate Diploma in Criminal Justice (PGDipCJ) builds on your knowledge of the criminal justice sector with practical, professional skills in research and policy analysis, biculturalism, and crime and rehabilitation theories.
The PGDipCJ can also be used as a pathway into our postgraduate criminal justice research programmes.
Entry criteria
Entry requirementsTo enrol in the PGDipCJ, you will need to have either a Bachelor of Criminal Justice (or equivalent), or any other Aotearoa degree and three years of work experience in a relevant field.
Your previous studies must include a B Grade Average in at least 90 points at 300-level.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Criminal Justice or use the admission requirements checker.
How to applyYou can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
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