Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Forensic Mental Health Nursing in Online Australia | Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne University of Technology
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Online Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
18,680
(c. USD13,299.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in Forensic Mental Health Nursing are key components of Swinburne University of Technology's comprehensive forensic psychology and mental health program. These certificate units contribute directly to the Master of Forensic Behavioural Science curriculum. The coursework also appeals to psychology postgraduates seeking specialized training. Students gain thorough grounding in forensic mental health nursing fundamentals, covering essential legal frameworks, statutes, and practical competencies like violence risk evaluation and intervention strategies. This prepares graduates for professional roles in forensic settings or with forensic patient populations. The program is delivered by Swinburne's Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science in partnership with Forensicare (Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Standard entry
An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in one of the following fields:
Nursing
Mental health nursing
Completion of Bachelor degrees in other relevant disciplines will be considered.
Applicants wishing to study full-time will be considered on a case by case basis.
Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.
The university may determine selection criteria and restrictions, in respect of courses, to apply in addition to these entry requirements.
English language requirements
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 75%, all skills 70%
IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
TOEFL IBT -79
(no less than 13 in reading, 12 in listening, 18 in speaking 21 in writing)
Tuition
AUD
18,680