CRIM 3002 - Criminological Research
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2017
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CRIM 3002 Course Criminological Research Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 6 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites At least 15 units of Criminology courses Incompatible GWSI 3017, GSSA 3017, GSSA 3018, SOCI 3010 Assumed Knowledge Broad understanding of social research methods Restrictions Only available to Bachelor of Criminology students Assessment Literature review (1000 word) 25%, Ethics application (750 word) 20%, Oral presentation 10%, Final research paper (2500 word) 45% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Andrew Groves
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
Describe the purpose of a Literature Review and recognise the need for and components of an Ethics Application as required in any Criminological Research project.
Locate, analyse and synthesise academic literature into a Literature Review, and develop a criminological research question in a timely and effective manner.
Develop a research question and design an independent research project including an Ethics Application, survey and interview instruments.
Conduct face to face research interviews according to social, cultural and ethical protocols and with professional integrity.Analyse quantitative and qualitative data and communicate the findings through a research report and oral presentation.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1,2,5 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
2,3,5 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
4 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
1,2,3,4,5 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
3 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Davies, P., Francis, P. and Jupp, V., 2011. Doing criminological research. Sage Publications: London.
Walter, M. (Ed.) (2013) Social Research Methods, South Melbourne: Oxford University Press.Online Learning
Additional course-related material is available through MyUni. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Face to face:
Lectures - Critical overview of course material and introduction to key concepts. Opportunities for interaction included.
Workshops - extended group and self-guided learning, via discussion, case studies, peer research, collaborative problem-solving, independent and group activities
Independent:
Reading of scholarly texts and research reports
Independent library and internet research on a chosen topic
Designing and writing an independent research projectWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
WORKLOAD - STRUCTURED LEARNING
TOTAL HOURS
1 x 1-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week
12 hours per semester
1 x 2 hour workshop (or equivalent) per week
24 hours per semester
WORKLOAD - SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING
TOTAL HOURS
8 hours reading per week
96 hours per semester
7 research per week
84 hours per semester
8 hours assignment preparation per week
96 hours per semester
Total: 312 hours per semester
Learning Activities Summary
WEEK
LECTURE TOPIC
1
Introduction
2
Conducting an Independent Research Project
3
Social Research Skills in the Workplace
4
Writing a Literature Review
5
Preparing a Research Proposal
6
Ethical Dimensions
7
Sampling & Surveys
8
Respectful Interviewing
9
Analysing Quantitative Data
10
Analysing Qualitative Data
11
Presenting Findings
12
Writing a Research Report
Small Group Discovery Experience
This course requires students to carry out their own fieldwork. Students will be implementing a survey, and they will be conducting three face-to-face interviews on the North Terrace campus of the 成人大片. Participants in both the surveys and interviews will be current 成人大片 students. Step by step guidance will be provided by the Course Coordinator. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
ASSESSMENT TASK
TASK TYPE
WEIGHTING
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1000 word literature review
Formative and Summative
25%
1, 2
750 word Ethics Application
Formative and Summative
20%
3
Oral presentation
Formative and Summative
10%
3,4,5,
2500 final research paper
Formative and Summative
45%
3,4, 5
Assessment Detail
750 word ethics application, survey and interview instrument (20%)
Students are required to complete a pre-designed Ethics Application as approval from an Ethics Committee is an important component of any social research project. In preparation for fieldwork, students are also required to submit the survey they have designed and the interview guide they have prepared.
1000 word literature review (25%)
Students are required to write a 1500 word review of the academic literature in preparation for the research project.
Oral Presentation (10%)
Students are required to briefly summarise and present their research project and findings to date.
2500 word final research paper (45%)
This is a written report on the entire project, including an analysis of quantitative and qualitative data.Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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