This course builds on the knowledge and skills you gained in the graduate certificate and progresses to the biological, psychological and social aspects of human sexuality and various research methods.
Youll have access to the same range of units as the graduate certificate, allowing you to review different attitudes and values, and learn about sexual and reproductive public health issues, forensic sexology, and sexology from various cultural perspectives. However, since youll be required to study more units, you will gain a more comprehensive understanding of human sexuality.
You will also learn about health research methods, to build your capabilities in data analysis, reporting techniques and ethical considerations when researching.
After successfully completing this course, you may enrol in the master degree.
Note: media material of a sexually graphic nature is utilised in this course.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course information.
Why study
- Take your understanding of sexology to the next level: learn how to generate strategies and creative solutions to promote positive healthy sexuality in the community.
- This course maintains excellent professional affiliations. It attracts a variety of guest speakers who are locally, nationally and internationally renowned for their work in sexology.
- In addition to teaching, all Curtin staff perform other professional duties, including health promotion, psychotherapy, community education, research and advocacy, which complements their instruction.
Professional recognition
Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Society of Australian Sexologists (SAS), which is a member of theWorld Association for Sexual Health. You may obtain a specialist title as a psychosexual therapist or sexuality educator from SAS after completing the supervision requirements. The requirements to use these titles in other countries may differ.
Note: This course is not accredited by a counselling or psychology body. Students who are interested in working in these areas should complete a course recognised by peak bodies such as the Australian Counselling Association or the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.