Sorena programme guide
Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice
This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.
Overview
Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice is listed by University of Canterbury as a Graduate Diploma at NZQF Level 8.
What you will study
Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.
Who may find it relevant
No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.
Programme structure
Published duration: 1-2 years full-time (up to 4 years part-time).
Fees context
NZ$34,100
(per year)
2026 fee, shown as indicative for 2027. The institution has not yet confirmed its 2027 price.
Not confirmed for 2027
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree (any field); international qualifications require equivalency assessment; Dean of Law approval required
To be confirmed. See the programme page: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/study/academic-study/qualifications/graduate-diploma-in-criminal-justice
Full entry requirements are in the Entry requirements section above.