191-530 Criminology Thesis Seminar

Admission to the postgraduate diploma or fourth year honours in criminology or socio-legal studies.

This subject is designed to develop research skills for students planning and writing criminological theses. The subject explores contemporary criminological research strategies, differing methodological approaches to criminological research, the relationship between theory and research in criminology, and practical issues concerned with designing appropriate thesis topics and their realisation through research. The subject is taught through a combination of lectures, workshops and seminars.

• have an advanced understanding of the relevant knowledge base in the specialist area;

• have the ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature in the specialist area;

• have well-developed problem-solving skills in the specialist area;

• have significant capacity to articulate knowledge and understanding in oral and written presentations;

• have a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues in contemporary society.

Two essays of 2500 words 50% each (due mid-semester and at the end of semester respectively).