lcr3jvj juvenile justice
JUVENILE JUSTICE
LCR3JVJ
2019
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 60 credit points LCR, LAW or LST coded subjects at level 1 and 60 credit points LCR, LAW or LST coded subjects at level 2
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, 2019, 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 3.0 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online quiz (500 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 |