Swinburne University of Technology

Bachelor of Forensic Psychological Science

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Unravel the psychology behind crime in Australia’s first ever undergraduate forensic psychology degree. Become an expert in the intersection of psychology and the law. Grounded in deep knowledge of developmental psychology, neuroscience and mental health disorders, you’ll learn how to influence courtroom outcomes, reshape rehabilitative programs and protect vulnerable populations. Graduate ready to excel in careers in policing, courts, corrections, youth justice and child protective services.

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Duration
3 years
Qualification
Bachelor Degree
AQF 7
Campus
Hawthorn
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 119097J
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Course overview

Unravel the psychology behind crime in Australia’s first ever undergraduate forensic psychology degree. Become an expert in the intersection of psychology and the law. Grounded in deep knowledge of developmental psychology, neuroscience and mental health disorders, you’ll learn how to influence courtroom outcomes, reshape rehabilitative programs and protect vulnerable populations. Graduate ready to excel in careers in policing, courts, corrections, youth justice and child protective services.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. Swinburne undergraduate academic requirements depend on the selected course and overseas qualification and are assessed at application. The international entry tool publishes the applicable country and course requirement. 2. Course- and country-specific academic requirement; prerequisites; English proficiency.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 20 · R 20 · W 20 · S 20
  • PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
  • Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    Swinburne undergraduate academic requirements depend on the selected course and overseas qualification and are assessed at application. The international entry tool publishes the applicable country and course requirement.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Course- and country-specific academic requirement; prerequisites; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

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2027 · Semester 1Hawthorn——$42,220per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University

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    John St, HAWTHORN, VIC

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  • Hawthorn

    John Street, HAWTHORN, VIC, 3122, HAWTHORN, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Bachelor of Forensic Psychological Scienceswinburne.edu.au
  2. Swinburne University of Technologyswinburne.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. International Postgraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
  5. International Undergraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
  6. Entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
  7. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Bachelor of Forensic Psychological Science at Swinburne University of Technology: Fees & Entry Requirements