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FOR10001 · Swinburne University of Technology

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Credit points
12.5
Level
1
Workload
≈ 13 h / week
Faculty
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

What it covers

The overarching aim of this unit is to provide students with an introduction to the theories, models, and research related to the field of forensic psychology. Students will gain skills, knowledge and the ability to analyse human behaviour as it occurs within the forensic context. Specifically, this unit aims to introduce students to fundamental principles involved in research and practice within Forensic Psychology. Students are introduced to the structure of the criminal justice system in Australia and in other countries.

Assessment

TaskTypeWeight
EssayIndividual40%
ExaminationIndividual40%
Mid-Semester TestIndividual20%

When and where

Teaching periodCampusMode
Teaching Period 3OnlineOnline
Semester 1HawthornOn campus