Curricular information is subject to change.
On completion of this module students will be able to:
1. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the main tenets of key criminological theories
2. critically reflect on the strengths and limitations of each perspective
3. critically evaluate competing perspectives on criminal behaviour
4. exhibit knowledge of the history and origins of theoretical perspectives on crime
5. assess the criminal justice applications of the theories
| Student Effort Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Autonomous Student Learning | 230 |
| Lectures | 24 |
| Total | 254 |
Not applicable to this module.
| Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment: Field study and written report - 2,000 words | Week 10 | n/a | Graded | No | 40 |
No |
| Continuous Assessment: Reflective Learning Journal | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 20 |
No |
| Essay: Essay - 2,000 words | Coursework (End of Trimester) | n/a | Graded | No | 40 |
No |
| Resit In | Terminal Exam |
|---|---|
| Spring | No |
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
This module is assessed by means of an essay, assignment and reflective journal. Feedback will be provided in the form of written group feedback through Brightspace within 20 working days of the submission date. Students may request a meeting with the module coordinator to obtain individual feedback on their assessments.