6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL
Postgraduate - Unit
Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.
Faculty
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Organisational Unit
Chief examiner(s)
Associate Professor Vanita Parekh
Associate Professor Richard Bassed
Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Vanita Parekh
Associate Professor Richard Bassed
Quota applies
This unit is quota restricted. Selection is on a first-in, first enrolled basis. For further information please contact the Postgraduate Course Administrator via email mnhs-forensicmedicine@monash.edu or phone 03 9684 4115.
Not offered in 2018
Synopsis
Sexual assault is addressed in this unit as it pertains to a doctor working in a therapeutic and forensic role with victims. Theoretical and historical perspectives are considered in order to provide a thorough grounding for practical discussions on current legislation and police investigation. The medical role will be examined in detail. Forensic responsibilities are dealt with including specimen collection, laboratory liaison and injury interpretation. The unit will address the medico-legal report and the role of the expert witness in court appearances.
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:
- Provide a comprehensive medical service for a victim of sexual assault, including consultation, examination, and documentation;
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of forensic responsibilities in sexual assault cases, including medical responsibilities related to acute injuries, pregnancy issues, medical certificates and prophylaxis;
- Collect forensic evidence based on the application of relevant scientific and legal methods theory;
- Demonstrate strong familiarity with the laboratory treatment of forensic evidence;
- Write a medico-legal report and appear in court under subpoena to assist the court;
- Evaluate epidemiological, historical, theoretical and cultural aspects across a broad range of circumstance in which sexual assault;
Assessment
- Case Study (1,000 words) (25%)
- 6 x workbook activities (750 words each) (20%)
- Case presentation (15 minutes) (20%)
- Assignment (3,000 words) (35%)
Hurdle Requirement
A pass in all elements of assessment is required. Students must obtain at least 50 % of the available marks for each element of assessment to pass the unit.
Off-campus attendance requirements
Compulsory 2 day workshop.