Online Courses Handbook 2003

300910 v.2 Master of Sexology

Introduction
This course provides professionals with specialist knowledge and skills in the area of human sexuality. It is anticipated that on completion of the program, graduates will be able to integrate this specialisation into their professional discipline. The program provides a comprehensive study of biological, psychological and social aspects of human sexuality, based on recent research. Complementary studies in research methods is included.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A degree in one of the health professions, social work or welfare studies, theology, education, behavioural sciences, including sociology, anthropology and biological sciences.

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 three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. It is generally offered on a part-time basis depending on number of students.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Postgraduate Diploma in Sexology may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award subject with the approval of the Head of School. For further definitionrefer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Course Organisation
Prospective applicants are advised that the program requires attendance at specified workshops and that media material of a sexually graphic nature is employed. The course is taught within the normal semester time. While all students are required to follow the specified course pattern, Sexology 651, 652 and 653 are streamed into Counselling, Education or Research. Students are expected to enter the area of specialisation most suited to their professional expertise. However, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of human sexuality students with a biological sciences background are given additional work in the behavioural sciences. Conversely, those with a behavioural science background are given additional work in the biological sciences.

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.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

13152 v.2 Health Research Methods 681 4.0 25.0

5947 v.6 Sexology 650 4.0 25.0

5949 v.6 Sexology 651 4.0 25.0

6953 v.3 Bioethics 550 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

5951 v.4 Sexology 652 4.0 25.0

5953 v.3 Sexology 653 4.0 25.0

6103 v.7 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 582 4.0 25.0

OR

4712 v.3 Qualitative Methods in Health Research 582 4.0 25.0

SELECT 1 ELECTIVE 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

300907 v.2 Sexology Research 650 9.0 50.0

300908 v.2 Sexology Dissertation 650 9.0 50.0

100.0