Unit Code: 425Z0032 Unit Name: BECOMING A SOCIAL RESEARCHER (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit focuses on quantiative social research, specifically secondary data analysis. key concepts in quantitative research; managing/cleaning large datasets; identifying key datasets; hypothesis testing; univariate analysis; bivariate analysis; multivariate analysis; correlation; tests of significance. Learning Outcome : Demonstrate and apply knowledge of quantitative research methods to a substantive topic Demonstrate ability to evaluate, synthesis and report key findings Demonstrate awareness of a range of statistical analysis techniques Coursework 00 40 Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Report Secondary data analysis report, which is time-reseased. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity SPSS on the network
Unit Code: 425Z0034 Unit Name: CRIME AND MEDIA (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit familiarises students with the complex relationship between crime and the media, especially the importance of media discourses in terms of representing crime and shaping how crime is understood and dealt with in contemporary society.. Media representations of crime, criminals and criminality 2. Media fascinations and obsessions with crime 3. The power of the media to shape understanding and governance of crime Learning Outcome : analyse the complex relationship between crime and the media apply theoretical concepts and research methods to make sense of media texts and practices Coursework 00 Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Project A 2500-word media analysis project. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity None None
Unit Code: 425Z0036 Unit Name: VOLUNTEERING AND COMMUNITY NETWORKING (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 Students will lean theories of volunteering, policy and the community support which could be applied to the student's experience of volunteering. The voluntary sector (definitions, functions; funding); patterns of, and motivations for volunteering; issues of community, networking, social capital and social exclusion; social policy and the voluntary sector; political objectives and policy initiatives impacting on the voluntary sector; reflective practice and experiential learning as a means of enhancing employability Learning Outcome : Critically evaluate theories and debates relating to volunteering and the voluntary sector Assess their experience of volunteering in relation to their discipline and to future employment Coursework 00 Essay Communicate effectively using a range of media Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Formative assessment: Students will write a 500 word account in which they discuss their chosen/desired area of volunteering, along with reasons for this choice and their expectations of the volunteering. Summative: Students will write an essay which examines a key issue facing the voluntary sector. Word count: 3000 words Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 425Z0042 Unit Name: CRIME AND SOCIETY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit shall critically explore developments and connections within sociological and criminological theory to understand and analyse crime as a social phenomenon and in the context of society as a whole. This unit shall critically evaluate the complex relationship between crime and society via different topics/blocks. The first block introduces students to sociological theories to understand and analyse causes and patterns of crime. The second block focuses on the social control of crime in contemporary society. Learning Outcome : Evaluate key concepts and case studies from sociological and criminological theory and praxis Critically engage in scholarly debate about the viability, relevance, value and usage of sociological and criminological theory and praxis Analyse how sociological and criminological theory relates to real world research and a changing, complex society Explore the cross-fertilization between sociological and crinimological theories and praxis Critically evaluate material from a wide range of sources and present findings in a coherent and structured format Coursework 00 40 Essay Communicate effectively using a range of media Demonstrate professionalism and ethical awareness Analyse real world situations critically Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Students will have built up a knowledge of key debates, core concepts and case studies relating to crime in society within sociological and criminological theory. Their knowledge and understanding of these areas and their ability to relate theories to societal examples will be tested in a 2500 word essay. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: Unit Name: Department: Faculty: 425Z0044 IDENTITY, CULTURE AND DIFFERENCE (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Sociology Faculty Of Arts & Humanities Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit explores a number of theoretical approaches which place identity and difference at the centre of analysis. Debating Identity and Difference (social vs individual identity; histories and experiences); Globalised Identities and Culture (Globalisation, deterritorialisation, migration, diaspora and hybridity); Post-Colonialism and Colonized Identities (social and political aspects of identities, post-colonialism, Imperialism, Orientalism, gendered identities, non-western feminism, subaltern studies); Social Construction of Race (race as a social construct). Learning Outcome : review a number of theories of culture, identity and difference. apply a number of theories, which place identity and difference at the centre of analysis (social and cultural theory, postcolonial theory as well as elements of race / ethnicity / feminist / and queer theories). investigate the role of identities in cultural and political power relations. Coursework 00 Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Essay Students choose one essay question from a list of set questions which ask them to discuss how identities figure in the reproduction of specific social divisions. The list of essay questions is provided with the unit handbook. The expected length of the essay is 2500 words. Students will submit an essay plan (500 words) within the first 6 weeks of the start of the unit which will be formatively assessed. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity To view past reading lists for this unit go to http://lists.lib.mmu.ac.uk/units/425z002.html
Unit Code: 425Z0046 Unit Name: INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS AND PERSONAL LIFE (INBOUND STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit explores the impact of wider social changes such as increasing individualism, globalisation and detraditionalization on the level of individual lives and personal relationships. A wide range of contexts will be examined, including couple relationships, marriage, friendship, and the contemporary relevance of family relationships including parents/child and siblings. Students will also be expected to engage with theoretical debates about the changing relevence of personal life in contemporary society. Learning Outcome : An ability to reflect on a piece of academic literature, and/or critically analyse elements of personal experience, with reference to academic literature in the area of family studies and intimacy Evidence of critical engagement with other sources of academic literature on the topic from the relevant reading list in the module handbook An ability to present this using good written English and correct referencing conventions Coursework 00 Reflective Account Analyse real world situations critically Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information 2,000 words. Write a reflection in response to one of the unit topics. Select any one of the topics that has personal relevance or interest to you, and use academic literature on the topic to assist you in reflection and critical analysis. You may use one of the required readings as a starting point for your reflection, or use your personal experience as a starting point; in either case, you need to include both personal reflection and to reference academic literature. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity Directed Study: 50 Student-centred: 25
Unit Code: Unit Name: Department: Faculty: 425Z0048 MEDIA AND SOCIETY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Sociology Faculty Of Arts & Humanities Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit examines the emergence and development of media forms and the impact of these on society and culture. Media forms including advertising, film, television, recorded music and digital media are analysed using appropriate theories and research methods.section. INTRODUCTION. Key sociological themes are introduced in relation to the media (gender, race and ethnicity, class). Section 2. MEDIA RESEARCH METHODS AND APPLICATION: students are introduced to Semiotic Analysis and Critical Discourse Analysis. Learning Outcome : analyse the development of key media forms and their impact on society apply research methods to media case studies Coursework 00 Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Communicate effectively using a range of media Case Study Students will select a case study of a media form/media genre/media event. Their task is to research their case study subject and to examine it via the application of media research methods. Students submit a written case study report of 2500 words. Only the written report forms part of the summative assessment. There will be a 500 word piece of formative assessment within the first 6 weeks of term in which students are required to write an outline of their proposed case study and research method. This assignment is designed to assess writing skills and conceptual understanding. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 425Z0050 Unit Name: 'OUT OF IT' (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit develops an understanding of drug use, trends and policy responses. This unit primarily focuses on the UK but also includes a comparative element that compares the levels of drug use and related policy responses to other countries. The unit is divided into two clear blocks. Block with cover Trends and developments commencing with an overview of the unit, followed by drug trends in the UK over the past 50 years. This block will also cover prevalence data, academic studies and insights from substance use service providers. The final two lectures will cover theoretical explanations of drug use from subculture to the normalisation debate. Block Two turns attention to drugs policy and establishes the current UK policy of prohibition and outlines alternative models such as depenalisation, decriminalisation and legalisation. It examines the role of the media in maintaining the 'war on drugs' and draws on international comparison of drug policies such as the Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland and Uruguay. Learning Outcome : Analyse key debates in the academic literature in relation to substance (mis)use Reflect on the role of ideology in the production of media and official drugs discourses Coursework 00 40 Critical Commentary Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Analyse real world situations critically For this assessment, students will be required to provide a 2,500 word critical commentary of British drugs policy in the style of a Criminal Justice Matters article and assess how effective drug policy has been in managing substance misuse and related harms. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity None
Unit Code: 425Z0052 Unit Name: SOCIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit explores the relationship between mind, self and society from a sociological perspective. This unit considers the relationship between the self and society and proposes that the self is not innate but emerges in and through social interaction and our culturally-shared symbolic system. A sociological perspective conceives of identities as socially-bestowed, socially-sustained, socially-transformed and even socially-rescinded in and through interactional processes and contexts. Self is viewed as a constantly-evolving social process. Theoretical context is set in the initial weeks and this is followed by examination of particular substantive studies most notably of the social dimensions of emotions. Learning Outcome : interpret a variety of classical and contemporary theoretical approaches to the social and contextual shaping of human experience and action. provide arguments for the social dimensions of a number of phenomena/events/behaviours often and traditionally associated with psychology and individual inner mental life e.g. mind, self, emotion, memory, trauma, nostalgia. analyse and evaluate case studies, selecting out relevant theories, concepts and methodologies whilst also comparing and contrasting with various other studies of interaction which have been discussed in the unit. Coursework 00 Essay Analyse real world situations critically Communicate effectively using a range of media Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Students will be provided with a number of essay titles which pertain to the topics discussed in the unit materials and allowed to choose one. Essay=2500 words. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 425Z0054 Unit Name: SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit engages with key classical and contemporary theories which are significant to the debates within sociology. This unit will cover the following topics: (a) Social change/stability (b) Structures/social divisions. The lecture programme will include the following ) Introduction (modernity, agency/determination) 2 Why theory? What does theory do for sociology today? theory as tool box 3) What is society? (understanding society, difference) 4) Western social formations, Marx, Weber, Durkheim, contemporary social theory, globalisation theory) 5) Social change and stability Marx, Durkheim, Parsons. Learning Outcome : On successful completion of this Unit, the student will be able to... critically assess and deploy core theoretical concepts Coursework 00 Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Essay Students will select an essay from a series of questions. Essay=2500 words. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity To view past reading lists for this unit go to http://lists.lib.mmu.ac.uk/units/425z0004.html
Unit Code: 425Z0056 Unit Name: YOUTH IN CRISIS (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This Unit will critically examine the concepts of childhood and youth generally, and more specifically child and youth experiences of crime, deviance and the Youth Justice System. The contested notion of 'Youth in Crisis' will be a central theme. The first term covers two blocks: 'Child Youth Crime: Defining, Measuring, Reporting', will examine social constructions and social and structural divisions of childhood and youth; the extent of offending, crime patterns and victimisation; the threat of youth and the creation of moral panics. The second block, 'Theorising Child-Youth Crime' will examine the experience of crime in relation to class, ethnicity, gender and sexuality and examine competing criminological theories for an explanation of childyouth crime. Learning Outcome : explain the role, origins and features of the major theories developed in relation to child-youth crime and responses to offenders and victims. critically analyse the political, social and personal context of child-youth crime and victimisation gather and present information from paper and web-based sources to produce a range of formats to display it and to illustrate the range of research methods that can be utilised to study child-youth crime and victimisation. effectively communicate, individually and as part of a team, critical assessments and evaluations of responses and interventions to a substantive problem associated with child-youth crime and victimisation. Coursework 00 Analyse real world situations critically Presentation Students will work in groups to present a Poster addressing the contemporary context of youth in general and child-youth crime specifically. Students will be expected to demonstrate clear, concise and critical evaluation of key themes. Oral and written feedback will be given to students. Length: 0 minutes. There will be an oral (5 minutes) formative assessment in week 5 on the interpretation of crime statistics relating to young people. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: Unit Name: Department: Faculty: 425Z0076 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN CRIMINOLOGY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Sociology Faculty Of Arts & Humanities Level: 5 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit examines contemporary criminological issues and approaches to crime control. It will build upon existing knowledge of criminological theory learnt at Level 4 and critically apply this knowledge to new and emerging criminologies. Term : Crime prevention and working with offenders Learning Outcome : Demonstrate a critical understanding of the complex nature of contemporary crime control Critically analyse current issues and priorities within UK criminal justice Coursework 00 40 Analyse real world situations critically Essay A 2,500 word essay. Students will select an essay from a list of questions. This will assess their ability to explore key themes contained in the unit and evaluate theoretical and empirical work. The initial plan on which the essay will be based will be subject to formative assessment within the first 6 weeks of Term. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 426Z0038 Unit Name: THE SOCIOLOGICAL IMAGINATION (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit allows students to pick three themes each of which will explore contemporary issues and debates from a variety of sociological perspectives The content of this unit explores a variety of key thematic strands within contemporary sociology. Optionality allows students to pursue three different areas of interest from a choice of topics. In order to encourage students to critically engage and apply this knowledge, the themes will reflect current sociological debates and have a strong commitment to sociological theory. Learning Outcome : Critically evaluate a range of contrasting theoretical approaches within Sociology Apply key sociological theories to real world settings Engage in classical and contemporary scholasitc debates about the discipline Synthesise the complex relationships between different sociological theories Coursework 00 Portfolio 2 x 500 word essay from a fixed choice of topics that assess their ability to apply a range of sociological theories. Students will be formatively assessed throughout each theme using in-class structured activities in groups and individually. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 426Z0040 Unit Name: CONSUMPTION AND IDENTITY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit encourages students to reflect critically on contemporary consumer culture. The increasing commodifcation of everyday life is of chief consideration, along with the potential for alternative social, political and economic structures. How consumption came to be such a ubiquitous part of our lives is first considered, looking at socio-historical developments and the ways in which this has manifested itself in terms of social structure, identity and everyday experience. The role of consumption within the sociological cannon is then criticlaly interogated as a means of assessing the role of consumption as a focus for twenty-first century sociology and it's critique as a force for social chnage. Learning Outcome : Evaluate sociological theory within the context of consumer culture and society Critically apply established sociological theory to debates around contemporary social, cultural and political issues Carry out social research within a focused conceptual and theoretical focus Coursework 00 40 Essay Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Use systems and scenario thinking Analyse real world situations critically Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information This 3000 word essay will assess the students' ability to explore in depth a core theme of the unit. A range of essay questions will be provided on specific topics (such as advertising, tourism, gambling, climate change, social class, gender, ethical consumption), all of which require that students demonstrate applied knowledge and understanding of core sociological theory, are able to apply this to contemporary contexts, and communicate their ideas and arguments in a sophisticated and coherent way. Feedback will be provided via one-to-one meetings and in written form. This size of this task is appropriate to assessing competencies required for this level of study. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
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Unit Code: 426Z0042 Unit Name: CRIME IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit critically explores concepts and research around crime in contemoporary society. It critically explors the complex relationship between crime, deviance and trangsression in modern societies from an interdisciplinary stance.. Theoretical tools-goffman, Becker, Bourdieu and Garfinkel 2. Crime and deviance settings-binge drinking, recreational drug cultures, lapdancing, bouncers, extreme lifestyles/bodies. 3. Methodological creativity Learning Outcome : Apply theoretical concepts to make sense of the social construction of crime and society's regulation of it. Critically analyse the complex relationship between crime and deviance in contemporary society.. Reflect on the methodological complexities and challenges in studying crime and deviance in contemporary society. Coursework 00 40 Analyse real world situations critically Essay This essay will be 3,000 words in length and answer one question in relation to material taught during this tern. There will be six questions from students to choose from. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity None None
Unit Code: 426Z005 Unit Name: CRIME, DEVIANCE AND CONTROL (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 Crime, Deviance and Control (CDC) critically examines traditional, contemporary and critical explanations for the causes of `crime' and `deviance' in British society. 30 years of Criminological Theory and Intervention: Key Themes and Concerns. The Radical Break within Criminology Structural Relations and Social Conflict: Gender, Crime and the Process of Justice Structural Relations and Social Conflict: Class, Crime and Marginalisation Structural Relations and Social Conflict: The Politics of Race and the Race-Crime Debate Structural Relations and Social Conflict: Children, Young People and Criminalization New Right, Conservatism and the Rise of Authoritarianism Learning Outcome : Critically analyse the main criminological theories regarding the causes of crime and deviance. Analyse key contemporary issues concerned with crime and deviance, and the state's response assemble information concerning crime, deviance and control from a wide range of primary and secondary sources. utilise information concerning crime, deviance and control in an analytical manner. Coursework 00 Essay 3000 word essay, from a choice of questions. Use systems and scenario thinking Analyse real world situations critically Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Communicate effectively using a range of media Demonstrate professionalism and ethical awareness Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity none none
Unit Code: 426Z0055 Unit Name: ECONOMICS AND CRIME (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 The economics of crime is an area of growing activity and concern, increasingly influential both to the study of crime and criminal justice and to the formulation of crime reduction and criminal justice policy The module includes an introduction to basic economic concepts and explores how they can be applied to the study of crime and criminality. The module draws students from criminology and economics and therefore no prior knowledge of economics or crime is assumed. Our first major topic is drugs and drug markets. We examine the supply and demand side of drug markets and use basic economic concepts to analyse how drug markets work. We ask what the economic case is for and against drug legalisation. We then look at how economics is integral to the discipline of criminology. This includes providing a detailed discussion of rationality as an economic concept and its development as a strand of some criminological theories such as Rational Choice theory and Routine Activities theory. We look at key critiques of Rational Choice theory drawing on the work of philosophers, behavioural economics and criminologists. Learning Outcome : Apply basic economic principles to the study of crime and criminality Compare and contrast sociological and economic accounts of crime and criminality Coursework 00 Essay One 3000 word essay chosen from a list. A formative assessment that will take the form of a group presentation in seminar groups (5 minutes) with verbal feedback given in class and a summary of feedback placed on Moodle. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 426Z0059 Unit Name: GLOBAL JUSTICE AND CRIME CONTROL (INBOUND STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit introduces students to the theorisation of globalisation and the consequences of aspects of globalisation for global crime and crime control. International crime; Transnational Organised Crime and Terrorism. Sociological, Criminological and International Relations Theory. Learning Outcome : Compare and apply conceptual knowledge, including competing sociological, criminological and international relations theories in accounting for, and explaining, the criminogenic effects of globalization Critically analyse the function and role of key institutions involved in the global system of criminal justice Critically evaluate the changing role of national and transnational criminal justice institutions in relation to international crime and human rights violations Assess the extent to which a global system of enforcement can be effective in controlling crime and preventing social harms Coursework 00 40 Article Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Work within social, environmental and community contexts Analyse real world situations critically Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Communicate effectively using a range of media This assessment will require students to critically evaluate the contemporary capacity of the global system of criminal justice to prevent international crime and human rights violation. Students will be provided with detailed submission guidelines, and will be assessed on their ability to produce a journal article that meets the submission criteria. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity None None
Unit Code: 426Z006 Unit Name: THE POLITICS OF IMPRISONMENT (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit will critically examine the functions, purpose and justifications for the use of punishment and imprisonment. It will consider the legitimacy of the state's use of punishment. The unit will examine contemporary studies to develop a critical understanding of punishment, social control and imprisonment. The history of prisons and punishment will be explored alongside the sociological and philosophical theories and justifications for punishment. The relationships between authority, order, power and legitimacy will be explored throughout. Learning Outcome : critically evaluate theoretical and historical contexts relating to punishment, social control and imprisonment. weigh evidence against opinion when examining the historical, social and political contexts surrounding penal systems that operate at a national, European and international level. Coursework 00 40 Group Assessment Apply teamwork and leadership skills Communicate effectively using a range of media Demonstrate professionalism and ethical awareness Analyse real world situations critically Manage own professional development reflectively Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Use systems and scenario thinking Students will work as a team on a group based project and presentation, critically examining a one element of contemporary penal policy. This may include evidence of consideration of practitioners views and any relevant international experiences, together with an appraisal of the theoretical, historical, political and practical viability of the policy. Roles of research, analysis, preparation and presentation may be divided between the group. The project will be assessed by a 0 minute group presentation accompanied by supplementary written material (500 words) in the form of a short reflection on the process and preparation on an individual basis. Prior to the group presentations, each group is required to submit a plan (500 words) for formative assessment, outlining the key themes to be explored in the presentation. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
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Unit Code: 426Z0063 Unit Name: CRIMINOLOGICAL IMAGINATION (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 This unit allows students to pick two topics, each of which will explore contemporary issues and debates within criminology from a variety of criminological perspectives The content of this unit explores a variety of thematic strands within contemporary criminology. Optionality allows students to pursue two different areas of interest from a choice of topics. In order to encourage students to critically engage and apply this knowledge, the themes will reflect current criminological debates and have a strong commitnment to developing stduents' theoretical perspectives Learning Outcome : Critically evaluate a range of contrasting theoretical approaches within criminology Apply key criminological theories to real world settings Engage in classical and contemporary academic debates about the discipline Synthesise the complex relationships between different criminological theories Demonstrate a critical awareness of policy application within criminal justice contexts Coursework 00 Essay Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Analyse real world situations critically Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Manage own professional development reflectively Students will select two essays (each 500 words) from a fixed choice of topics to demonstrate their knowledge and critical awareness of a range of criminological theories. and contemporary criminological issues and debates. Students will be formatively assessed within each theme using in-class structured activities. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 426Z0065 Unit Name: VICTIMS OF CRIME (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 What does it mean to be a victim of crime? How do victims of crime become recognised as victims, and why are some victims not recognised? What is the difference between victimisation and victimhood: who is the 'ideal victim' and how are real victims viewed by criminologists and the criminal justice system? Taking a critical criminological approach to questions of victimisation and power, we look at feminist victimology and women's victimisation. Learning Outcome : Evaluate the impact of competing theoretical perspectives within victimology on the criminal justice system. Critically evaluate the exploitation of images of victimhood in contemporary criminal justice policy. Analyse contemporary episodes of victimisation, relating public perceptions of the victim to concepts of victimhood. Coursework 00 Case Study Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Analyse real world situations critically Manage own professional development reflectively Communicate effectively using a range of media Demonstrate professionalism and ethical awareness Students will be asked to choose an episode of victimisation and write a 3000-word case study. The case study should include a 500- word reflective account of the students' reasons for choosing their subject and the challenges they encountered. These two subelements will be submitted and marked as a single piece of assessment. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: Unit Name: Department: Faculty: 426Z0066 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE (STUDENT MOBILITY - JAN ENTRY) Sociology Faculty Of Arts & Humanities Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 What does it mean to be a victim of crime? What does restorative justice have to offer victims? The unit focuses on the potential contribution of restorative justice (RJ). RJ is discussed in terms of its benefits for offenders and the community as well as for victims. Does RJ make it unnecessary to think in terms of of victimhood? Learning Outcome : Evaluate the impact of competing theoretical perspectives within victimology on the criminal justice system. Assess the evolving relationship between the criminal justice system, restorative justice and victims of crime. Coursework 00 Essay Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Communicate effectively using a range of media Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Demonstrate professionalism and ethical awareness 3000-word essay. A choice of essay questions will be offered, focusing on restorative justice and its advantages and shortcomings in comparison with conventional criminal justice. Students will be expected to make extensive use of wider reading. Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity
Unit Code: 426Z0067 Unit Name: WORKING WITH OFFENDERS (STUDENT MOBILITY - SEPT ENTRY) Level: 6 Credits: 5 ECTS: 7.5 Considers work of criminal justice agencies (eg. Probation, Prisons & YOTs) to prevent offending / reoffending, manage offenders and promote change; includes practice, theory and research. The unit explores work with offenders to reduce re-offending and manage risk within the modern criminal justice context, including consideration of: - Desistance from offending: theory and research - Underpinning principles and historical development of work with offenders - Impact of modern criminal justice priorities on approaches to working with offenders - Management of dangerous offenders - Research into 'what works' to reduce re-offending - Role of assessment - Different approaches to intervention, and examples of approach to work with different categories of offender, eg. sex offenders, resettlement following imprisonment. Learning Outcome : Describe the criminal justice context of work with offenders, and implications for how it is carried out. Evaluate approaches to the assessment, supervision and management of offenders within contemporary British society. Relate approaches to work with offenders to criminological theory and criminal justice policy. Coursework 00 Case Study Case study-based written assignment (3000 words). Engage with stakeholder/interdisciplinary perspectives Analyse real world situations critically Use systems and scenario thinking Work within social, environmental and community contexts Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information Communicate effectively using a range of media Breakdown of 50 hours of student learning activity none