Graduate Diploma of Forensic Behavioural Science

Swinburne University of Technology

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00111D

The Graduate Diploma of Forensic Behavioural Science prepares you to work in a wide range of forensic environments. You’ll acquire in-depth knowledge and skills including legal and correctional system functioning, fundamentals of violence risk assessment and management, and an understanding of complex mental health factors.

Structure

To qualify for the Graduate Diploma of Forensic Behavioural Science, students must complete 100 credit points comprising of 3 core units (37.5 credit points), 2 units Level 3 units from the elective list (25.0 credit points) and 3 elective units (37.5 credit points).

Subjects

  • Forensic behavioural science

Standard entry requirements

  • A recognised three-year bachelor degree in any of the following fields: Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Youth Work, Child and Family Studies, Policing
  • Or completion of Bachelor degrees in other relevant disciplines will be considered
  • Or completion of the Graduate Certificate of Forensic Behavioural Science.Please provide a 500-word statement of purpose explaining what you hope to achieve from your studies.

Recognition

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Study pathways

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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