Advanced Criminology Theory
PostgraduateMAQ-PICX80882025
Previously MAQ-PICX888
Understand how crime intersects with social, political, cultural and economic elements of life. Learn and evaluate advanced contemporary criminology theory. Cover left and right realism, cultural criminology, opportunity and deterrence theories.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start dates
- 24 Feb 2025
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Advanced Criminology Theory
About this subject
At completion of this subject students will be able to:
- Critically analyse, evaluate and compare a range of contemporary criminological theories.
- Employ independent research skills and disciplinary knowledge to evaluate domestic and transnational criminal issues.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of criminological theory and its potential to shape new responses to crime.
- Apply a synthesised understanding of criminological theory to explain the development of criminal issues of domestic or international significance.
- Effectively communicate advanced disciplinary knowledge in both written and oral formats.
- A week-by-week guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided in your study materials.
This subject was previously known as MAQ-PICX888 Advanced Criminology Theory.
What is criminological theory and how can it help better understand and respond to ongoing social challenges? Delving into the intricate landscape of criminological theories, the unit addressing this foundational question by offing an advanced understanding of the historical and contemporary frameworks shaping the discipline. The course navigates through key theories, examining their historical evolution and contemporary applications. Starting with early positivistic approaches, through to more critical perspectives that focus on issues relating gender, race, sexuality and Indigeneity, students will be able to critically analyse the theoretical underpinnings of crime and deviance as well as explore the diverse perspectives from classical to critical criminology. Emphasis is be placed on synthesizing and applying theories to ‘real-world’ contexts, fostering an applied and nuanced comprehension of criminal behaviour and justice systems.
- Professional writing (50%)
- Essay (50%)
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- MAQ-CRM-MAS-2025 - Master of Criminology
Elective
- MAQ-MCT-MAS-2025 - Master of Counter Terrorism
- MAQ-CYB-MAS-2025 - Master of Cyber Security Analysis
- MAQ-INT-MAS-2025 - Master of Intelligence
- MAQ-SEC-MAS-2025 - Master of Security and Strategic Studies
- MAQ-SSC-GCE-2025 - Graduate Certificate of Security Studies and Criminology
Equivalent subjects
You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:
MAQ-PICX888 (Not currently available)
Others
Admission to MCrim or MSecStrategicStud or MIntell or MCTerrorism or MCyberSec or GradCertSecStudCr
Additional requirements
- Other requirements - Students who have an Academic Standing of Suspension or Exclusion under Macquarie University's Academic Progression Policy are not permitted to enrol in OUA units offered by Macquarie University. Students with an Academic Standing of Suspension or Exclusion who have enrolled in units through OUA will be withdrawn.
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
PostgraduateMAQ-CRM-MAS
PostgraduateMAQ-MCT-MAS
Master of Cyber Security Analysis
PostgraduateMAQ-CYB-MAS
PostgraduateMAQ-INT-MAS
Master of Security and Strategic Studies
PostgraduateMAQ-SEC-MAS
Graduate Certificate of Security Studies and Criminology
PostgraduateMAQ-SSC-GCE