This unit (ASL3001) will provide students with a clear understanding of the factors that lead to fundamental reform within the criminal justice system. Students will explore a range of theories and best practice models from a national and international perspective, that have been implemented by a variety of stakeholders within the criminal justice system. Students will also learn about the legal and financial implications of reforms enacted by both the government and non-government sector and how these impact those involved in the criminal justice system.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
ASL3001
Prerequisites
ASL1003 - Criminal Justice Systems
ASL2002 - Criminal Justice Systems 2
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Identify a range of factors that influence criminal justice reform and explore the processes involved; | ||
| 2. | Evaluate the impact of government funding on criminal justice reform; | ||
| 3. | Critically review theoretical models and their practical applications in the criminal justice system; | ||
| 4. | Investigate and evaluate the 'lived experience' of people involved in the criminal justice system; | ||
| 5. | Investigate the intersectionality of race and gender in the criminal justice system and evaluate the impact on making change. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Recommendations to Justice Minister | 20% |
| Essay | Analyse theoretical models and critically review their practical applications | 40% |
| Presentation | Group presentation identifying a range of factors that influence the need for criminal justice reform and exploration of the processes | 40% |
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