LCR3JVJ
JUVENILE JUSTICE
LCR3JVJ
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject identifies and critically examines issues relating to youth offending via an examination of laws, policies and programs shaping this area of practice. The subject explores the historic, ethical and theoretical underpinning of youth justice in Australia. Local and international human rights instruments will also be considered. Explanations of youth offending will be explored, as will the link between child protection, youth justice and the adult criminal justice system. Notions of competence, criminal responsibility and maturity are identified as central considerations in the youth justice system. Current case management practices in both community and custodial settings will be examined against evidence-based theories of best practice.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSuzanne O'Toole
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission into; LBLX Bachelor of Laws (Complementary) LVLGE;LVLGEB Bachelor of Laws LVLUE;LVLUEB Bachelor of Laws LWLAS Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Asian Studies LWLAT;LWLATB Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts LWLBUSB Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business LWLEE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Electronic Engineering LWLINT Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Relations LWLMC Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication LWLPY;LWLPYB Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science LWLSC;LWLSCB Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Science LZCOML Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws LZCRL;LZCRLB Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Laws LBCR;LBCRB Bachelor of Criminology LZCPY;LZCPYB Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science LWLFI Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Finance LWLF Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Finance LWLM Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media LWLA LWLAC Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Accounting LWLBUS Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business LWLE LWLEC Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Economics LWLIR Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Relations LWLFI Laws/Finance LWLAC Laws/Accounting LWLBUS (BU) Laws/Business OR have permission of the Director of Undergraduate Studies
Co-requisites NA
Incompatible subjects NA
Equivalent subjects NA
Special conditions NA
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Juvenile Justice Youth and Crime in Australia, 5th edition | Prescribed | Cunneen, While and Richards, Latest Edition | Oxford |
| Readings | Various, to be made available on the LMS | Recommended | Various | Various |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to evaluate key concepts of youth justice
- Activities:
- quiz, take home examination,essay/report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Explain and critique case-based and statutory principles relating to youth justice
- Activities:
- quiz, take home examination,essay/report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Demonstrate an understanding of the key policy issues arising in the management of young people coming into contact with the criminal justice system
- Activities:
- quiz, take home examination,essay/report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Communicate effectively using the principles of plain legal English
- Activities:
- quiz, take home examination,essay/report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2018, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSuzanne O'Toole
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"to be timetabled with the
lecture /seminar"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz (700 word equivalent) | To be submitted and marked online. No hard copy submission required | 15 | 01, 03 |
| Report or essay (1500 words) | To be submitted and marked online. No hard copy submission required | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Take-home exam (2000 word equivalent) | To be submitted and marked online. No hard copy submission required | 55 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |