General Information
Child abuse and neglect have wide-reaching social, psychological and emotional, physical, and policy and procedure implications. This subject examines the social, political, organisational, cultural, and individual contexts for child protection and youth justice. This is achieved by examining specific issues relating to child abuse and neglect including the different types of child abuse, the psychological and physical costs of child abuse. The subject evaluates the link between domestic violence and child abuse, the rights of the child, and mandatory reporting legislation and practices.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: CRIM13-316 Subject title: Child Protection and Youth Justice Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: January 2025 Credit points: -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Tutorial: x12 (Total hours: 12) - Weekly Tutorial
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended Study Hours
- Forum: x12 (Total hours: 24) - Weekly Forum
Attendance and learning activities: Attendance is required at all lectures and tutorials. All sessions will be interactive and students will be assessed on their participation during lectures and tutorials. Student led discussions will be a core component of the tutorial sessions where students will report on their findings from small "homework" tasks. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- India Bryce,Yolande Robinson, BCCJ(Hons),Wayne Petherick (2019). Child Abuse and Neglect. 1st, San Diego Academic Press 486
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Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | CRIM13-316 |
| Subject title: | Child Protection and Youth Justice |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2025 |
| Credit points: |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Attendance is required at all lectures and tutorials. All sessions will be interactive and students will be assessed on their participation during lectures and tutorials. Student led discussions will be a core component of the tutorial sessions where students will report on their findings from small "homework" tasks. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
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Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Case Analysis Students will be provided with a case study and will prepare an analysis including the type of abuse or neglect and provide a critical assessment of the types of cumulative harms and psychopathology that the victim may have/did experience. 40.00% Week 7 1,2,3,4,5 Written Report The report will provide students with an opportunity to focus on a specific aspect of youth justice that interests them. Students will be required to define a youth justice challenge or problem and propose an intervention or solution to address it drawing on evidence and the policies of other jurisidictions. 40.00% Week 12 1,2,3,4,5 Student Engagement Attendance at all class activities will be taken and students will be evaluated on their level of participation throughout the semester. A rubric for the allocation of grades is available on the subject iLearn site. (Engagement in both the Forum and Tutorials is included within this assessment). 20.00% Weekly 1,2,3,4,5 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Case Analysis | Students will be provided with a case study and will prepare an analysis including the type of abuse or neglect and provide a critical assessment of the types of cumulative harms and psychopathology that the victim may have/did experience. | 40.00% | Week 7 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Written Report | The report will provide students with an opportunity to focus on a specific aspect of youth justice that interests them. Students will be required to define a youth justice challenge or problem and propose an intervention or solution to address it drawing on evidence and the policies of other jurisidictions. | 40.00% | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Student Engagement | Attendance at all class activities will be taken and students will be evaluated on their level of participation throughout the semester. A rubric for the allocation of grades is available on the subject iLearn site. (Engagement in both the Forum and Tutorials is included within this assessment). | 20.00% | Weekly | 1,2,3,4,5 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
This subject contains content that some students may find distressing, disturbing or culturally challenging. Students with concerns about the content of any subject are encouraged to discuss this with their teacher and consider how best to prepare themselves to study challenging material in a way that is appropriate for them.
Subject curriculum
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Introduction
An introduction to Child Protection and Youth Justice.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
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Child Abuse Types and Issues
This week is an overview of the different types of child abuse and neglect and issues relating to these.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Complex Trauma, Cumulative Harm, and Psychopathology
The various physical and psychological traumas that are experienced by victims of child abuse and neglect will be discussed in this final week.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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IPV/DFV and Links with Child Abuse and Neglect
Child abuse and neglect as linked to other crimes such as family and domestic violence and the context and relevance of these links will be discussed.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Child Sex Offenders
The different types of child sex offenders and the various issues and challenges they present for child protection and youth justice are presented in this week.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Online Child Sexual Abuse
The internet and online services have promoted or facilitated child sexual abuse. The criminal justice system responses to these crimes are explored in detail.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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NGOs, Mandatory Reporting and the Law
Non-government organisations play a significant role in child protection and youth justice. We also discuss mandatory reporters are those who are statutorily obliged to report child abuse and neglect. This topic looks at the various professions included and their reporting requirements.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Youth Justice in Australia and Indigenous Youth Justice Issues
This week examines various issues and challenges of youth justice with a focus on the critical issue of indigenous youth justice.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Youth Justice: International Perspectives
This week we consider approaches to youth justice from other jurisdictions globally looking at what works and what doesn't.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Violent Extremism and Child Trafficking
Terrorist and criminal groups have engaged in radicalisation and child trafficking to further their goals. This topic will examine some of these groups and the crimes they have committed.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.
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Human Rights of the Child
Human rights of the child are important in framing child abuse and neglect legislations and this week will explore these topics with an expert from the School of Law.
SLOs included
- Describe the different aspects of child abuse, protection, and youth justice.
- Describe the physical and psychological harms, both acute and chronic, that victims of abuse and neglect face.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues faced by child protection and youth justice.
- Apply theories and models to understand offending behaviour and intervention strategies.
- Critically examine and discuss contemporary issues and challenges in child protection and youth justice.