Criminology
About This Programme
Offered as a SECOND MAJOR only, taken alongside a primary major such as Accounting, Human Resources Management, Finance or Psychological Science. An evidence-based approach to understanding and solving crime, covering policing and crime prevention, criminal behaviour, international crimes, and psychology and law.
Course Highlights
- Offered as a SECOND MAJOR only, alongside your primary degree
- Evidence-based approach to understanding and solving crime
- Pairs well with Accounting, HR Management, Finance or Psychological Science
- No extra fee or duration when taken as a double major
What You'll Study
Taken as a second major within another Murdoch Dubai bachelor's degree, over 3 years (8 trimesters) or 2 years fast-track (6 trimesters). Three intakes a year: January, May and September.
Course structure
- BRD205 Crime Through the Ages3 credits
- PSY285 Psychology: Social Bases of Behaviour3 credits
- CRM100 Introduction to Criminology3 credits
- CRM201 Policing and Crime Prevention3 credits
- CRM203 Criminal Behaviour3 credits
- CRM219 International and Transitional Crimes3 credits
- CRM389 Psychology and Law3 credits
- PSY173 Introduction to Psychological Research Methods3 credits
Entry Requirements
Designed for students completing a bachelor's degree in another major. Meet the academic and English requirements of your primary degree.
Careers
Forensic Analyst, Social Researcher, Criminal Investigation, Data Scientist, and roles across sociology and community services.
Programme Details
Award
Criminology (MJ-CRME) - second major only
Start Date
January, May & September
Typical Offer
Meets the entry requirements of your primary bachelor's degree
Duration
3 years
Qualification
Second Major
Subject Area
Criminology
Campus
Dubai
Study Pattern
Full-time
Delivery Format
On campus