Program Overview
The Forensic Psychology at Bond University is a Master programme in Psychology over 24 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 psychology. 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 Psychology 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 70,544 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Gold Coast, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Forensic Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Counselling Psychotherapies and Clinical Skills
- Advanced Psychological Assessment
- Research Methods, Professional Practice and Ethics
- Special Category Offenders
- Psychology and the Law
- Forensic Psychopathology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Academic entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited 4 year sequence of study in psychology (e.g., Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours); Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science or equivalent) within the last 10 years, and have achieved a minimum upper second class Honours (H2A), or equivalent. Applicants must also be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist. Applicants are assessed on academic performance, 2 referee reports, psychometric assessment, and personal suitability via interview.
Students who have obtained their qualifications outside Australia must have their qualifications assessed prior to applying for this program and prior to applying for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. The Australian Psychological Society (APS) provides this assessment service for the Board and the assessment assists the Board in determining if the student\xc2\x92s qualifications are equivalent to an \xc2\x91approved qualification\xc2\x92. However, it is important to note the final decision on equivalence rests with the Board.
If you obtained your qualifications outside Australia please submit evidence of your APS equivalency below.
Students must obtain provisional registration from the Psychology Board of Australia before commencing the program.
Condition of enrolment
All students must obtain provisional registration from the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA)Important notes for students
Obtaining provisional registration can be a lengthy process. The University will assist students as far as possible with their application to the Board. Students should contact a Program Advisor for further assistance.
Under the National Law, students must obtain provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia before they commence their program of study, and for the duration of the program. In the event that the Registration Board refuses an application for provisional registration, the offer of candidature in the program will be rescinded \xc2\x96 it is not possible to complete the program without holding provisional registration as a psychologist.
Bond University takes no responsibility for students who do not fulfil the requirements for registration and admission to the program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 70,544 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 70,544 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bond University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Bond University
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Robina, Australia
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months