Overview

Understanding the drivers of crime is fundamental to devising the best ways of responding to it. Undertake an advanced research project in criminology working with world renowned experts across a range of diverse areas of contemporary relevance.

Your career

A PhD in Criminology at Flinders University is an excellent foundation for an academic career as a criminologist.

It can set you apart as a leading researcher and thinker in policy making and criminal justice settings. Your PhD can unlock careers in policing and security, victims service support, corrections, human rights or academia.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Community Attitudes Towards Crime

Punishment And Sentencing

Guilt and Shame

Criminology

Detention And Imprisonment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2028-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Adelaide, Australia

Disciplines

Criminology

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8) such as a postgraduate qualification which includes a research component of at least 6 months’ full-time study in which you achieved at least Distinction grade (75%).

Evidence of equivalent research experience may be considered, such as a substantial first-author refereed publication or track record as an investigator on a competitive grant.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

38100 AUD / year

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Living costs

Adelaide

Australia

1328 - 2474 AUD / month

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Overview

Your career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Adelaide

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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