191-534 Contemporary Issues in Criminology

Entry to postgraduate courses or fourth-year honours in criminology.

This subject involves a detailed examination of contemporary criminological issues emerging in Australia and overseas. The subject involves analysis of relevant public discourse, the research and scholarly literature, and appropriate theoretical and conceptual foundations. Case studies used in this subject will carry from year to year. The Criminology Department will produce full content descriptions prior to the enrolment period. Students completing this course should understand thoroughly the nature and implications of one or a number of contemporary issues in criminology that are chosen for the subject; demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the relevant public discourses, research literature and theoretical foundations of the issues under study; and be able to recognise and explain the importance and implications of the issues under study in terms of wider criminological and criminal justice discourse.

Written work totalling 5000 words.

A subject reader will be available, and/or materials will be supplied by the department.