The aim of this unit is to provide foundational criminology research skills and methods that form an essential part of a criminologist's toolkit. The unit will cover research design and planning, qualitative methods and provide an engagement in a specific criminology issue.
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Carry out advanced research to formulate an original research problem that addresses a specific contemporary issue in criminology; | ||
| 2. | Evaluate and apply advanced research methodologies; | ||
| 3. | Develop appropriate research questions/hypotheses that account for ethical principles of research; | ||
| 4. | Present and defend conceptualisation and operationalisation of research approaches; and | ||
| 5. | Demonstrate effective academic writing skills in critical analysis of a specific criminological issue. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Project Plan/GANTT and Elevator Pitch (600 words) | 10% |
| Literature Review | Literature Review and Theoretical Framework (1,500 words) | 30% |
| Research Paper | Research Proposal (2,400 words) | 50% |
| Presentation | 3-minute Thesis (500 words equivalent) | 10% |
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