lcr4csr criminology under the spotlight
CRIMINOLOGY UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: READINGS, RESEARCH AND POLICY
LCR4CSR
Not currently offered
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
This subject engages with critical and cutting-edge issues in criminal justice and introduces students to key contemporary thinkers and researchers in the field in Australia and overseas. By focusing in depth on a specific topic of current criminological interest, students will further hone their research, analysis and communication skills, enhancing their capacity to contribute to the development of criminal justice policy. Students will broaden and deepen their understanding of the relationship between criminology research, policy and practice. Students will be required to undertake research, prepare, present and lead a seminar discussion on an aspect of the topic that is being studied.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorMaria Elander
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission into LHCR
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | A variety of reading will be made availabe on the subject LMS | Recommended | various | various |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate a critical understanding of a specific topic of contemporary relevance in criminal justice practice and research.
- Activities:
- Seminars, readings, library research
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Conduct original research, selecting and employing appropriate research tools and methods
- Activities:
- Seminars, library research, subject readings
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Critically evaluate and analyse key debates and issues and communicate that analysis clearly and effectively in oral and written form
- Activities:
- Seminars, assessment asks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of criminal justice theory and practice.
- Activities:
- Seminars, subject readings, library research
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
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