Bachelor of Health Science (Professional)
with a major in Psychology and Forensic Science – Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
Selected major: Psychology and Forensic Science
Gain specialist knowledge about the application of psychology to aspects of the law, the justice system and forensic science, as well as statistical skills relevant to forensic issues. Complete research projects, specialist units in research design and project units related to forensic psychology. The three-year undergraduate major in psychology is professionally accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Graduates who complete this major are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) – Graduate Entry.
The Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) is designed to equip students with a wide range of skills, knowledge, and attributes for careers promoting health and well-being. Students will receive grounding in core sciences and then choose specialised studies.
The program has a multi-disciplinary and applied focus, which ensures students receive a multi-faceted and comprehensive undergraduate education. It engages students with contemporary issues in health science (e.g. Biomedical testing) and develops the skills needed to address them by examining the challenges confronting individuals and communities within Australia and internationally.
The program also develops competency in technologies and approaches to contemporary health science practice in areas such as chemistry, physiological recording methods, biostatistics, and epidemiology.
The professional industry-linked component provides students with the opportunity to gain awareness, experience, and links to industry, whilst enabling them to apply their knowledge, techniques and skills to solve industry related problems. This option is intended for students who wish to focus on a particular area of their career or consultancy.
Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 26 February 2024
- Semester 2 - 29 July 2024
Duration
3.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Full-time, Part-time
VTAC codes
- 3400210811 (CSP)
- 3400210813 (IFP)
Course details
- Course structure and work integrated learning.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) [2016] requires students to complete units of study to the value of 375 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology | BIO10004 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Health Sciences | HEA10001 | 12.5 |
| Psychology 100 | PSY10003 | 12.5 |
| Foundations of Statistics | STA10003 | 12.5 |
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Selected major: Psychology and Forensic Science
Gain specialist knowledge about the application of psychology to aspects of the law, the justice system and forensic science, as well as statistical skills relevant to forensic issues. Complete research projects, specialist units in research design and project units related to forensic psychology. The three-year undergraduate major in psychology is professionally accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Graduates who complete this major are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) – Graduate Entry.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Forensic Science | CHE10007 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Forensic Psychology | FOR10001 | 12.5 |
| Psychology 101 | PSY10004 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Research Methods | PSY10005 | 12.5 |
| Cognition and Human Performance * | PSY20006 | 12.5 |
| Developmental Psychology * | PSY20007 | 12.5 |
| Social Psychology * | PSY20016 | 12.5 |
| Analysis of Variance and Regression * | STA20006 | 12.5 |
| Statistics for Forensics | STA20008 | 12.5 |
| Advanced Topics in Forensic Psychology | FOR30001 | 12.5 |
| Psychology Project * | PSY30003 | 12.5 |
| Psychology of Personality * | PSY30008 | 12.5 |
| Abnormal Psychology * | PSY30010 | 12.5 |
| History and Philosophy of Psychology | PSY30013 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Placement
4 units (100 credit points)
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Health | HEA20003 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement B - Health | HEA20004 | 25 |
| Work Experience In Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
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Other studies
2 - 12 units (0 - 125 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 0 - 125 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides additional opportunities for you to gain valuable skills and real industry experience in the form of placements, internships or study tours - all while earning credit towards your degree.
Choose a Work Integrated Learning option:
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 12 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement co-major has four 25 credit point units.
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You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 6 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement minor has two 25 credit point units.
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A Professional Internship is all about gaining valuable real-world skills in your area of study all while earning credit points towards your degree. Plus, it looks great on your CV as it shows you’ve had real industry experience before you’ve even graduated!
You might choose to complete your internship part-time over a semester or in a more intensive block during Summer or Winter terms.
Travel overseas, discover other cultures, enrich your professional experience and enhance your CV all while gaining credit towards your course.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Fees
Find out more about fees.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.