CM1S021 - From Theory to Impact: Essential Research in Criminology 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CM1S021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | From Theory to Impact: Essential Research in Criminology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Policing and Criminology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Criminology | ||
| Module Leader: | Sophie Chambers | ||
| Module Team: | Daniel Welch, Helen Martin, Donna Lloyd, Jennifer Maher, Janine Vickery, Hayleyanne Love, Azra Sadiq | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
To prepare students for the academic journey by developing and enhancing their knowledge and understanding of criminological research.
Content Summary
This module introduces students to research in criminology through key academic research case studies that have had impact on the criminal justice sector. This includes the ‘what works’ debate, and critical understanding of media representations of academic research.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 84 |
| Directed Study (including online independent learning) | 80 |
| Lecture | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of academic research on the criminal justice sector. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate understanding of the importance of academic research. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Poster 1 | A poster demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the impact that academic research has had on the criminal justice sector. | 0 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Poster 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |