Subjects overview
This program can be completed in 4 months (1 semester)
Required Subjects
Students must complete the following ten credit points (10CP) of subjects.
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HUMR71-100: Research Methods and Data Visualisation (10CP)
The ability to find, read, interpret and learn from data has become critical in determining the future of all human endeavours. This subject introduces you to the principles and applications of research methodology, equipping you with lifelong skills to design, execute and present research of integrity in your current studies and future professions. You will explore research purposes, methods and tools for data selection, interpretation and analysis, and learn how to present findings and visualise data in ways that address the needs of diverse educational and industry contexts.
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Discipline Options
Students must choose thirty credit points (30CP) of subjects from the following list Subject selection is contingent upon both the semester in which the student begins their program and their individual study plan.
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CRIM71-103: Transnational Crime (10CP)
This subject is anchored in a set of values that explore the notion that crime is everywhere and knows no borders. This subject examines how and what type of criminal acts are occurring and also where this is happening. With the advent of Globalisation, the threat of transnational crime has never been more pressing. The subject will also look at the law enforcement and investigative challenges of the new age international crime types and the attempts to meet these through cooperative cross-national responses. The subject also looks at the cross-national and international efforts of police, courts, international agencies and correctional authorities to deal with these emerging issues. Further, the subject examines the challenges presented by transnational crime within an international relations context and explores the efforts of diplomacy, at regional and global levels, in dealing with it.
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CRIM71-105: Genocide - A sociological and criminological approach (10CP)
This subject is anchored in a set of values that explore the murderous thinking behind genocide - which always involves the designation of others who must be eliminated because they do not, supposedly, belong in a given society. It will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to challenge these values in a more effective and successful manner. There will always be acts committed by ordinary humans against other humans that are inhumane in the extreme. These are the acts that society as a whole needs to classify as evil, such as genocide. Without this classification it would seem that true horror of what mankind is capable of cannot be fully comprehended.
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CRIM71-115: Cybercrime (10CP)
In this subject you will examine the role of technology in crime and investigate the motivations, methodology and victims of cybercrime. You will study past and current cyber threats, and examine these new type of offences. The expansion of victimisation will be looked at and you will evaluate the effectiveness of institutional and investigative responses to cyber threats.
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CRIM71-208: Prevention and Public Safety (10CP)
This subject is an introduction to the international sub-field of crime prevention (or crime reduction) which differs significantly from crime control even though the terms are often used interchangeably. Students will be able to discern that prevention comprises opportunity reducing measures that (1) are directed at highly specific forms of crime, (2) involve the management, design or manipulation of the immediate environment in as systematic and permanent way as possible, (3) make crime more difficult and risky, or less rewarding and excusable as judged by a wide range of offenders (Clarke 1997, 4). Students will be able to differentiate between the four main approaches to crime prevention that have developed on the global stage, especially from the UK, USA, The Netherlands and Australia. They comprise: situational, developmental, community/social and CPTED. Students will discover the analytical approach, sets of techniques and practical applications of these forms of crime prevention. They will engage in analysis of discrete situations, environments or crime types such as graffiti on public transport, car theft in shopping centres, or assaults near nightclubs. You will examine a range of international empirical evaluations of crime prevention measures through the use of research studies and will have the opportunity to engage in practical crime prevention exercises.
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CRIM71-209: Victimology (10CP)
In the realm of criminology, the predominant focus has historically revolved around explicating criminal behaviour and dissecting the mechanisms of the criminal justice system. Paradoxically, this emphasis has often resulted in a notable oversight—the neglect of the crucial role played by victims in shaping the narrative of crime. Recognising this gap, it has been underscored that the exploration of victims and victimisation holds transformative potential for the entire discipline of criminology, elevating its importance. This advanced-level subject is a response to the lacuna in scholarly attention given to victims of crime. It endeavours to broaden the intellectual landscape by introducing students to the nuanced subdiscipline of victimology. Unlike conventional criminology subject, which may inadvertently sideline victims, this subject places them at the forefront, acknowledging their significance in understanding the intricacies of criminality. Drawing on empirical patterns, psychological perspectives, and real-world case studies, students will gain a deep understanding of various forms of victimisations such as intimate partner violence or sexual violence, as well as the experiences of victims within the criminal justice system.
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CRIM71-211: Corrections Practice (10CP)
This subject will provide you with an in-depth understanding of contemporary correctional practices. The subject goes beyond foundational concepts and theories to explore the complex and evolving landscape of corrections, with a focus on applied learning. You will engage with cutting-edge research, critically analyse policies and procedures, and participate in experiential learning activities to develop advanced skills applicable to correctional settings.
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CRIM71-216: Explaining Crime (10CP)
In this subject you learn to identify the main streams of criminological thought from both psychological and sociological perspectives. Within those broad streams, you will be able to list and define key criminological theories and the social, historical, cultural and political contexts in which they developed. You will evaluate these theories on a range of criteria such as whether they address laws, crimes, criminals or victims as subjects; whether the explanation is at the micro, meso or macro level; and what the ideological position of the theoretician might be. They will be able to apply these to contemporary justice issues, crime problems and to specific case studies.
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CRIM71-320: Forensic Criminology (10CP)
Forensic criminology involves the application of criminological knowledge to investigative and forensic issues. It is a science in that it uses the scientific method as well as logic, reasoning and critical thinking to address a variety of applied issues. Forensic Criminology introduces students to this applied field of criminology by introducing the concepts and principles involved. To meet this end, students will be exposed to the wide variety of professionals they may encounter in professional practice, many of whom could be considered forensic practitioners in their own right. This includes police and private investigators, forensic scientists, and lawyers and other legal counsel. Students will also learn about the nature and scope of forensic criminology matters including ethics and report writing.
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INTR71-315: Politically Motivated Violence (10CP)
This subject introduces you to the ‘extreme’ and radically changing twenty-first century existing security structures, defence systems and security. You will learn about the rise and continued evolution of terrorism as a form of politically motivated violence. Terrorism, a sub-field of the International Relations discipline, is analysed through an inter-disciplinary lens. This theoretical perspective introduces you to the relationship between terrorism and war, religion, human security, the state and security. You will also explore the strategies deployed by States and Institutions to combat this lethal form of political activism.
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