CM1S016 - Becoming a Criminologist 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CM1S016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Becoming a Criminologist | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Policing and Criminology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Post Compulsory Education | ||
| Module Leader: | Sophie Chambers, Helen Martin | ||
| Module Team: | Katrina Whale | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
This module aims to provide students with:
1. An understanding of the nature and appropriate use of quantitative and qualitative research strategies and data collection methods in gaining criminological knowledge.
2. An ability to design research appropriately and use appropriate research tools in relation to criminological problems in context
3. An ability to identify the ethical issues in research into criminological questions and to take action within the Guidelines of Ethical Practice for Criminology.
Content Summary
This module aims to give students experience of using social scientific research methods, through the investigation of a social problem(s), identified by an industry partner (for example, from criminal justice system, local authority, or third sector agency). This module therefore incorporates challenge-based learning throughout. Students will actively learn how to conduct research, including writing a research proposal and research questions, deciding upon appropriate research strategies, designs, sampling, and methods, before applying for Faculty ethical approval, and distributing their data collection tools.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 30 |
| Fieldwork | 10 |
| Independent Study | 40 |
| Directed Study | 50 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 10 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Identify a range of qualitative and quantitative research strategies and data collection methods, and assess the appropriateness of<br />their use in gaining criminological knowledge |
| LO2 | Demonstrate the ability to design research, select appropriate research strategies and apply research tools appropriately, taking account of relevant ethical considerations in the context of a<br />specific criminological problem |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Research Plan / Proposal / Project/ Log 1 | A group research proposal, outlining the strategy, design, sampling, and data collection tools proposed to be used to research a problem posed by an industry partner. Included within this is the Faculty ethical approval form (not counted in word count) | 0 | 3000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Research Plan / Proposal / Project/ Log 1 | ✘ | ✘ | |