University Certificate of Criminal Advocacy
This course is no longer accepting new enrolments. If you would like to study in this field you should consider the Graduate Certificate in Criminal Law and Advocacy.
Course Code G71
ECU's University Certificate of Criminal Advocacy is designed for those wishing to enhance skills and gain university qualifications in prosecution roles and functions. It is suited to meet the needs of experienced members of the police force or those performing prosecutorial functions in government departments and/or statutory authorities seeking a specialist university qualification as an aid to enhanced court performance and knowledge of criminal process. The course equips participants with substantive knowledge and skills to perform prosecution functions and further develops advocacy competency.
Those wishing to further their studies in Law may also use their University Certificate of Criminal Advocacy to obtain advanced standing in Edith Cowan University's Bachelor of Laws degree.
The learning experiences will involve high interaction, participation, reflection and critique of existing deficiencies in procedure and substantive law. The Certificate features a three day workshop on criminal advocacy, which will give you personal access to the practitioners in advocacy.
Admission Requirements
ECU English entry requirements must be met and at least 2 years relevant professional experience as a prosecutor in a police force or recognised statutory authority or other relevant background (including justice, corrections and community legal centres).
Where the applicant is a serving prosecutor he/she will need a letter of recommendation from his/her supervisor. It is also recommended that the applicant submit a brief statement (no more than 2 pages) of his/her work experience, qualifications and planned career path.
Course Location and Availability
The program is available part-time at Joondalup campus with online support.
Course structure
Four units:
Contact for more information:
Tel: +61 (0)8 6304 5666
E-mail: businessandlaw@ecu.edu.au
