Certificate in Criminal Justice
CertCJ
Duration
6 months full-time
Entry times
Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
Fees Estimate
NZD $2,986
Scholarships
Pathways
Pathways include:
- Bachelor of Criminal Justice
- Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice
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Duration
6 months full-time
Entry times
Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
Fees Estimate
NZD $12,150
Scholarships
Pathways
Pathways include:
- Bachelor of Criminal Justice
- Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice
Download Brochure
Overview
For those wanting a career change into the criminal justice fields, who are only available to study part-time, or not wanting to study the full Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree, this certificate is the best option for you.
The 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.
Admission to UC with University Entrance, or equivalent, is required to enrol for a Certificate. Domestic applicants over 20 who do not hold University Entrance, or equivalent, may gain admission by providing evidence of their ability to complete tertiary study successfully. For information on gaining admission to UC please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.
You are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
Possible qualification structure for Certificate in Criminal Justice
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Core course
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Optional courses from the Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree schedule A, except for Laws 101
Each block represents a 15-point course.
The Certificate of Criminal Justice comprises four courses (a minimum of 60 points) at 100-level.
It can be completed in a minimum of one semester full-time, or up to a maximum of four years part-time.
Credit from your completed courses can be transferred to the Bachelor of Criminal Justice, provided you have not graduated with the certificate beforehand.
The certificate is made up of the following courses:
- CRJU 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
- a further 45 points from any 100-level courses from the Bachelor of Criminal Justice (except for LAWS 101).
For the full list of course options see Schedule A to the Bachelor of Criminal Justice.
The CertCJ is a good pathway into the full Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree.
Graduates will be equipped with a unique qualification that will prepare them for a career in the criminal justice fields, in particular roles within the Police, Ministry of Justice and Department of Corrections. 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.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.
See Tuition Fee Structure for more information
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Contact us
For assistance with planning your programme of study contact the Liaison Office (new students), or a School of Law Student Advisor (advancing students).
For more general information email info@canterbury.ac.nz or freephone 0800 VARSITY (827 748).
For the full degree requirements see the Regulations for the Certificate in Criminal Justice. For more information on facilities, resources and staff see the College of Business and Law | Te Rāngai Umanga me te Ture.