Program Overview
The Forensic Mental Health at University of New South Wales is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Forensic Mental Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Forensic Mental Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- PSCY9901 Law and Mental Health (6 UOC)
- PSCY9902 Psychiatry and Criminal Law (6 UOC)
- PSCY9903 Violence (6 UOC)
- PSCY9904 Administration, Inst & Service (6 UOC)
- PSCY9911 Mental Disorders, Personality (6 UOC)
- PSCY9912 Substance abuse Unusual behavi (6 UOC)
- PSCY9913 Disordered & Crim Sexual Beha (6 UOC)
- PSCY9914 Families, Children & Adolescen (6 UOC)
- PSCY9915 Civil Law in relation to Psych (6 UOC)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An undergraduate degree in health, law or criminology and honours/postgraduate qualifications in one of those disciplines or 2 years professional experience in health, law or criminology.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
University of New South Wales is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months