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PY5016:03

Basic Forensic Psychology

Townsville

HECS Band 1

39 hours workshops. Semester 2 Limited Attendance.

Available to MPsych or DPsych students or other suitably qualified persons with the permission of the course coordinator.

Staff:

Assoc. Professor M Kebbell.

This subject introduces the student to a broad range of settings and clinical conditions which require specialist knowledge in the field of forensic psychology. The knowledge base will include, but not be restricted to, complex biopsychosocial interactions which result in criminogenic personalities, behaviours and environments.

Learning Objectives:

provide a comprehensive introduction to forensic psychology;

provide an appreciation of the biopsychosocial interactions which result in criminogenic personalities, behaviours and environments;

provide a basic knowledge of the tools and techniques used by the forensic psychologist whilst working within the various areas of the sub-discipline;

illustrate the links between forensic psychology and other areas of psychology, such as abnormal psychology and social psychology;

assist students to develop an awareness of the ethical issues that arise when working within the sub-discipline of forensic psychology.

Assessment by written review (2,000 words) on theoretical perspectives (40%); case review (1,500 words) (40%); examination (20%).