The Master of Forensic Behavioural Science comprises coursework and research training that will enable graduates to work effectively in the widest range of forensic environments and with the widest range of forensic populations and to deal with complex and challenging issues in an autonomous manner. Professionals who work in forensic mental health/behavioural science contexts, or with forensic populations (such as offenders) require specialised skills.

 

In addition to acquiring in-depth knowledge and skills in various aspects of forensic behavioural science, the Master of Forensic Behavioural Science will allow students to undertake two or five research-related units depending on their preferred future career aspirations.

 

This course is offered through the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science at Swinburne, in collaboration with the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare).

Course structure

To qualify for the award of Master of Forensic Behavioural Science, students must complete 150 credit points including as a minimum. Students choose to complete the degree with either a Coursework specialisation or Research specialisation.

• Six core units (75 credit points)
• Coursework specialisation: six elective units (75 credit points) - two of these units must be Level 3 units (25 credit points) or
• Research specialisation: two additional core research units (25 credit points) and four elective units (50 credit points) - two elective units must be Level 3 units (25 credit points)

This course is offered to domestic or international students studying in their home country and is delivered online. Students are encouraged to attend an on-campus workshop that is offered each semester but attendance is not compulsory and alternative online learning opportunities are offered.

 

Standard enrolment is normally part-time.

Maximum Academic Credit
The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Master of Forensic Behavioural Science is 50 credit points (normally four units)