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Overview
The University of Canterbury's Certificate in Criminal Justice (CertCJ) is also a professionally relevant qualification for those already employed within the sector who wish to enhance their current skills and knowledge.
Careers
Graduates will be equipped with a unique qualification that will prepare them for a career in the criminal justice fields, in particular roles within police and the justice sector.
The Certificate is also relevant for work in other areas of government including prisons, probation and parole; criminal justice policy; forensics; public and private investigation and security; and social work.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Legal Method in the Criminal Justice Context
- Legal Issues in the New Zealand Criminal Justice System
- Violence in Society
- Youth Realities
- Ethics, Politics and Justice
- Psychology – Brain, Behaviour and Cognition
- Psychology – Social, Personality and Developmental
- Te Patu a Maui: The Treaty of Waitangi – facing and overcoming colonisation
- Tuakiri: Culture and Identity
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
PTE Academic 50
TOEFL® IBT 80
Duolingo English Test 105
Credits
60 alternative credits
- 60 points
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
Disciplines
Criminal JusticeWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
PTE Academic 50
TOEFL® IBT 80
Duolingo English Test 105
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
- If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
15800 NZD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15800 NZD for the full programme during 6 months. -
National
3374 NZD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3374 NZD for the full programme during 6 months.
Living costs for Christchurch
1300 - 2000 NZD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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