301245 v.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Sexology


PGradDipForensicSexol(Curtin)
Introduction
This course provides professionals with specialist knowledge and skills in the area of sexual behaviour generally considered to be anti-social or pathological. Graduates are able to integrate this specialisation into their professional discipline. It also provides a comprehensive study based on recent research of biological psychological and social aspects of human sexuality.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A recognised degree in one of the health professions, social work or welfare studies, law, criminology or the behavioural sciences including sociology or anthropology.

Specific Requirements
Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is equivalent to two semesters of full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation
Attendance at specified workshops is required.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note
Prospective students should be aware that media material of a sexually graphic nature is employed.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1    
13152 v.2   Health Research Methods 681 4.0 25.0
301240 v.2   Forensic Sexology 650 4.0 25.0
5947 v.6   Sexology 650 4.0 25.0
6953 v.3   Bioethics 550 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2    
301241 v.2   Forensic Sexology 651 4.0 25.0
301242 v.2   Forensic Sexology 652 4.0 25.0
301243 v.2   Criminology, Culture and the Law 650 4.0 25.0
4712 v.3   Qualitative Methods in Health Research 582 4.0 25.0
  100.0
           

Availability
YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1YY
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2YY

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.



 

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