This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
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The Master of Investigations is the only course of its kind offered at an Australian university, and it has been developed with extensive industry consultation across law enforcement and investigation practitioners.
The course allows students to complete research-based studies relating to their jurisdictions. You'll be able to identify current issues in the sector and use research to develop best practice policy.
You'll learn how to critically assess current policies and evaluate new and emerging trends in investigative practice.
You'll be engaged in the analysis of practical multi-agency investigative methodology both in Australia and internationally.
All staff involved in teaching the course have extensive professional experience as investigators.
This course is designed to meet the educational and professional needs of investigators in the public and corporate sectors. It aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of experienced investigators and to help prepare investigators for management roles.
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
| JST409 | Investigations Principles | 8 credit pts | ||
| ITC597 | Digital Forensics | 8 credit pts | ||
| JST497 | Multi-Agency Investigations | 16 credit pts |
| Select JST536, JST540 and one 8-point elective subject from the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security postgraduate subjects. | ||||
| JST536 | Emerging Issues and Professional Practices in Trans-national Crime Investigations | 16 credit pts | ||
| JST540 | Independent Knowledge Integration: Theory and Professional Practice | 8 credit pts | ||
| XRT008 | Restricted elective | 8 credit pts |
Select 32 points of elective subjects from the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security postgraduate subjects:
As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
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Applicants must be employed in an investigations role (police or private sector), and have one of the following: An undergraduate degree in a relevant field Five years or more as a police officer, with associated in service training Five years or more non police investigations experience, with associated professional training
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.
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