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FBS20001 · Swinburne University of Technology

Personality, Mental Health and Crime

Credit points
12.5
Level
2
Workload
—
Faculty
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

What it covers

This unit introduces students to the main types of personality and psychiatric disorders often linked to criminal behaviour. It helps students understand how different psychological factors can contribute to why people commit crimes or continue offending. The unit also explores how forensic mental health professionals assess, treat, and manage individuals who have both mental health issues and needs related to criminal behaviour.

Assessment

TaskTypeWeight
Online Discussion ThreadsIndividual30%
Reflective EssayIndividual35%
Oral PresentationIndividual/Group35%

When and where

Teaching periodCampusMode
Semester 1HawthornOn campus