10972NAT

Diploma of Justice Studies

Make a difference in your community with this diploma qualification. This course is perfect for people pursuing a career in the crime and justice sector.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 15 Sep 2025 Duration: Average course duration up to 2 years View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$3,045 - $6,090

Subsidised

$3,455 - $6,905

Full Fee

$4,790 - $9,580

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Course overview

Activate your career in justice and law enforcement with this diploma qualification. This course will provide you with a greater understanding of the skills and knowledge required to function within the challenging justice sector.

According to the Australian Government the number of people employed by the Police Service is expected to grow strongly over the next five years. This is a very large occupational field with around 9,000 job openings expected in the next five years.

This course equips you with the advanced skills to work effectively within the crime and justice sector. You will develop an innovative understanding of justice-related areas including legislation and legal frameworks, social justice, crime and corrections. This course has been designed in conjunction with industry practitioners from the Queensland Police Service, The Department of Justice and Attorney General, Australian Federal Police, Queensland Corrective Services, Brisbane City Council and Australian Border Force. TAFE Queensland's teachers and guest lecturers have extensive industry experience.

Successful completion of this course will open up employment opportunities within the correctional, police, customs, court services, compliance and justice related areas.

What can I do?

Australian Border Force Officer
Protective Services Officer
Paralegal /Legal Administrator
Court Services Officer
Corrections Officer
Police Officer (State or Federal)
Youth Justice roles
Private Investigator
Local/State Government Investigator
Government Administrator

Course outcome:

10972NAT Diploma of Justice Studies

Pathways to university

85% of students who successfully complete this course go on to further study or employment, with many graduates securing university places in undergraduate degrees like the Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Justice and Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBLEG421

Apply understanding of the Australian legal system

UNIT CODE :
BSBLEG421

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply understanding of the Australian legal system. This includes understanding and applying knowledge of the Federal system, sources of law, and the trial system for resolving disputes.
UNIT NAME
Apply understanding of the Australian legal system

UNIT CODE
BSBLEG524

Apply principles of evidence law in matters under litigation

UNIT CODE :
BSBLEG524

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse and evaluate key issues associated with evidence law for matters under litigation.
UNIT NAME
Apply principles of evidence law in matters under litigation

UNIT CODE
BSBXCM401

Apply communication strategies in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
BSBXCM401

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate and apply communication strategies in the workplace within any industry.
UNIT NAME
Apply communication strategies in the workplace

UNIT CODE
NAT10971003

Analyse social justice issues

UNIT CODE :
NAT10971003

Unit description :

Pre-requisite unit :
BSBLEG413
UNIT NAME
Analyse social justice issues

UNIT CODE
NAT10972001

Analyse and apply criminal law

UNIT CODE :
NAT10972001

Unit description :

Pre-requisite unit :
BSBLEG413
UNIT NAME
Analyse and apply criminal law

UNIT CODE
NAT10972002

Analyse crime and victimology issues

UNIT CODE :
NAT10972002

Unit description :

Pre-requisite unit :
NAT10971003
UNIT NAME
Analyse crime and victimology issues

UNIT CODE
PSPETH008

Promote the values and ethos of public service

UNIT CODE :
PSPETH008

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to promote ethical standards to assist staff avoid conflicts of interest and to model and foster integrity. This unit applies to those working, either independently or as part of a team where they may have some supervisory responsibilities, in public sector roles or in similar organisational contexts. They perform complex tasks in familiar contexts. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Promote the values and ethos of public service

UNIT CODE
PSPREG039

Gather information through interviews

UNIT CODE :
PSPREG039

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to gather information through interviews.
UNIT NAME
Gather information through interviews

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
NAT10971001

Provide information and referral advice on justice related issues

UNIT CODE :
NAT10971001

Unit description :
UNIT NAME
Provide information and referral advice on justice related issues

UNIT CODE
NAT10971002

Prepare documentation for court proceedings

UNIT CODE :
NAT10971002

Unit description :

Pre-requisite unit :
NAT10971003
UNIT NAME
Prepare documentation for court proceedings

UNIT CODE
PSPINV001

Plan and initiate an investigation

UNIT CODE :
PSPINV001

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills required to identify and confirm possible non-compliance, and plan and initiate a subsequent investigation. It includes planning and activating evidence collection, identifying witnesses and persons of interest.
UNIT NAME
Plan and initiate an investigation

UNIT CODE
PSPINV004

Conduct an investigation

UNIT CODE :
PSPINV004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct an investigation under commonwealth or jurisdictional law, in accordance with an established investigation plan.
UNIT NAME
Conduct an investigation

UNIT CODE
PSPINV003

Finalise an investigation

UNIT CODE :
PSPINV003

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills required to complete, review and report on the results of an investigation. It includes finalising the investigation, handling complaints and appeals, preparing an investigation report and using investigation outcomes.
UNIT NAME
Finalise an investigation

UNIT CODE
PSPREG010

Prepare a brief of evidence

UNIT CODE :
PSPREG010

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills required to prepare a brief of evidence. It includes analysing evidence, preparing and reviewing admissible evidence, developing a brief of evidence and coordinating witnesses.
UNIT NAME
Prepare a brief of evidence

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	1 year	Full time 2 days on campus plus up to 12 hours self-study per week	Concession: $6,090 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $6,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $9,580 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days on campus plus up to 12 hours self-study per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $6,090 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $6,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $9,580 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	6 months	Completed Certificate IV in Justice Studies: Full time 2 days on campus plus up to 12 hours self-study per week	Concession: $3,045 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,455 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,790 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Completed Certificate IV in Justice Studies: Full time 2 days on campus plus up to 12 hours self-study per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $3,045 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,455 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,790 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

Online self-directed

All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed	15 Sep 2025	Average course duration up to 2 years	Part time up to 2 units per intake. 12 weeks per intake.	Concession: $6,090 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $6,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $9,580 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online self-directed Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 15 Sep 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Average course duration up to 2 years The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time up to 2 units per intake. 12 weeks per intake. The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $6,090 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $6,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $9,580 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online self-directed courses are structured into fixed intakes that have set durations of 12 weeks from the study commencement date. To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than 2 units of competency per intake or the units required to complete a cluster/stage.

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Diploma of Justice Studies

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Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $12,557 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees. The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 4 in English, 4 in Maths and 3 in Digital Technology.

If you are applying for a VET Student Loan the required levels to meet academic eligibility, as outlined by Commonwealth guidelines, is Level 4 English and Maths.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Selection criteria

It is beneficial for those seeking entry into the Diploma satisfy at least one of the entry requirements provided below:

successful completion of a Certificate IV in Crime and Justice Studies; or
successful completion of a Certificate IV qualification; or
completion of Year 12 or equivalent with a sound achievement in English; or
relevant work or life experience in the business or justice fields.

Completed Certificate IV in Justice Studies
If you hold a Certificate IV in Justice Studies, your completed units may provide credit towards units in the Diploma.
Note: If you have completed the Certificate IV in Justice Studies outside TAFE Queensland, or are missing the required electives, may be required to complete extra units for an additional price.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at most TAFE Queensland locations.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

Important information

Order of Study
When studying Online self-directed it is strongly recommended students follow the order of study and enrol in no more than two units per intake or the units required to complete one cluster/stage, unless otherwise advised.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Apply through QTAC

You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland. Visit the QTAC website for campus locations.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Related courses

Certificate IV in Justice Studies

Take the next step with this mid-level qualification in justice studies. This course was developed in consultation with the Department of Justice and Attorney General, Australian Federal Police, Queensland Corrective Services, Brisbane City Council, and Australian Border Force to increase employability in justice related fields.

Careers

Protective Services Officer
Paralegal /Legal Administrator
Australian Border Force Officer
Private Investigator
Local/State Government Investigator
Government Administrator
Corrections Officer
Police Officer (State or Federal)
Youth Justice roles

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Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Pathways to university

Core units

Elective units

South Bank

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Diploma of Justice Studies

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

VET Student Loan - $12,557 cap

Entry requirements

Skills check

Selection criteria

Resources required

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Apply through QTAC

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate IV in Justice Studies

Careers