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Course overview

Lead, innovate, impact

Prepare to excel in fields responding to critical justice issues with a Master of Justice at QUT Online. Students have the option to major in Policy and Governance, Investigations and Intelligence, Domestic Violence Responses, or Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence.

This course is designed to ensure graduates meet the selection criteria for roles in government, community and/or private sector organisations. Aimed at professionals aspiring to senior positions, this course cultivates the ability to work independently and manage complex and sensitive projects.

Upon completing this course, you may be eligible to apply for entry to a PhD or Master of Philosophy.

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1.5 years or 3 years part-time equivalent

Duration

AUD $ 43,350

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Entry Criteria

Course units

Students must complete a total of 144 credits comprised of:

  1. Core units – 36 credit points
  2. Major – 48 credit points
  3. Complementary studies – 60 credit points (comprised of 24 credit points of Justice unit options; PLUS an additional 36 credit points of Justice units or of university-wide unit options (see below).

Research Methods

12 credit points

Capstone Project 1

12 credit points

Capstone Project 2

12 credit points

Dynamics of Domestic Violence

12 credit points

Children and Family Violence

12 credit points

Reducing Lethal Risk

12 credit points

Working with Domestic Violence Victim-Survivors

12 credit points

Managing Complex and Sensitive Investigations

12 credit points

The Power of Intelligence

12 credit points

Integrity Driven Investigations

12 credit points

Informed Decision-Making

12 credit points

Policy, Governance and Justice

12 credit points

Justice Institutions

12 credit points

Public Sector Research

12 credit points

Critical Policy Skills Capstone

12 credit points

Preventing Sexual Violence

12 credit points

Responding to Sexual Violence

12 credit points

Working in the Sexual Violence Sector

12 credit points

Sexual Violence in Diverse Communities and Contexts

12 credit points

60 credit points (comprised of 24 credit points of Justice unit options as outlined above; PLUS an additional 36 credit points of Justice units (see above) OR of university-wide unit options (see below).

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education and Policy Since 1788

12 credit points

Personal Journeys in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education

12 credit points

Introduction to Data Science

12 credit points

Healthcare Law and Ethics

12 credit points

Managing Projects as an Integrated System

12 credit points

Population Health

12 credit points

Health System Challenges and Opportunities

12 credit points

Project Management Principles

12 credit points

Entry requirements

You can gain entry into the Master of Justice with:

1.5-year program

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree (Level 7) or higher qualification in a cognate discipline*

or

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree (Level 7) in any other discipline and 1 year full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience in the public sector and/or justice professions.
  • *Policy, politics, social science, humanities, sociology, psychology, gender studies, criminology, police studies, anthropology, philosophy, security studies, public health, social work, law, intelligence, investigations, health, information technology, business, and education.

1-year program*

  • A completed recognised bachelor honours degree (Level 8) in a cognate discipline

or

  • A completed recognised bachelor honours degree (Level 8) or higher in any discipline and 1 year full-time (or equivalent) relevant experience in the public sector and/or justice professions

or

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in a cognate discipline** and 2 years full-time time (or equivalent) relevant experience in the public sector and/or justice professions

or

  • Completion of QUT Graduate Certificate in Domestic Violence Responses (JQ12) *With 48 credit points of advanced standing

or

  • Completion of QUT Graduate Certificate in Policy and Governance (JQ23) *With 48 credit points of advanced standing

or

  • Completion of QUT Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence (JQ20) *With 48 credit points of advanced standing

or

  • Completion of QUT Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence (JQ25) *With 48 credit points of advanced standing

6-month program*

*With 96 credit points of advanced standing
  • Completion of the QUT Graduate Diploma in Responses to Gendered Violence (JQ35).

**Policy, politics, social science, humanities, sociology, psychology, gender studies, criminology, police studies, anthropology, philosophy, security studies, public health, social work, law, intelligence, investigations, health, information technology, business, education.

Course outcomes

Graduates of this course will be equipped to analyse research, data, and evidence in justice contexts, design inclusive approaches for diverse stakeholders, and evaluate complex justice issues to inform evidence-based responses. You will develop strong communication skills to convey critical information professionally and strategically while considering the impact of ethics, intersectionality, and social contexts. Additionally, you will be prepared to conduct independent, ethical research to inform justice practices, policy development, and community engagement.

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Skills and tools in this course

  • Develop your abilities in critical thinking
  • Increase your understanding of how to manage complex and sensitive projects
  • Conduct independent research
  • Grow specialist knowledge in your subject area
  • Enhance your skills in writing and critical analysis

Potential career opportunities

Social worker

Enhance your current career by working with individuals, families and groups to enhance well-being and address injustices.

  • Average Salary

    $95,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    4/5

  • Industry Growth

    +23.2%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

Policy adviser

Effect change through regulatory and policy transformations.

  • Average Salary

    $103,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    4.5/5

  • Industry Growth

    +8.7%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

Police officer

Enhance your career as a police officer by developing specialised knowledge.

  • Average Salary

    $75,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    3/5

  • Industry Growth

    +7.8%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

Project manager

Research, analyse and advise on issues related to social justice

  • Average Salary

    $145,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    4/5

  • Industry Growth

    +9.3%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

Advanced standing

Graduates of the QUT Online Graduate Certificate in Domestic Violence Responses, Policy and Governance, Investigations and Intelligence or Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence may be eligible to enrol in the Master’s program with recognition of prior learning (RPL), enabling you to complete the degree in 1 year instead of 1.5 years.

Graduates of the QUT Online Graduate Diploma in Gendered Violence may be eligible to enrol in the Master’s program with recognition of prior learning (RPL), enabling them to complete the degree in 6 months instead of 1.5 years.

How online study works

Learn in your own way

Experience the unwavering support of our university as you embark on your online learning journey.

  • Flexible and supportive options for your lifestyle
  • The easy application and enrolment process
  • Alignment with career aspirations
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Frequently asked questions

Yes, the units you have completed can be credited to your Masters degree.

Yes, in Research Methods (JSQ301), Capstone Project 1 (JSQ302-1) and Capstone Project 2 (JSQ302-2) you will be supervised in developing an independent research project in the subject area of your major.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may be eligible to apply for entry to a PhD or Master of Philosophy, studying on campus.

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