Overview
This topic provides a basic grounding in the causes, forms and impacts of crime.
In this topic students will explore:
The phenomenon of crime, its extent and locationIndividual and social explanations for criminal behaviourVarious types of crimeThe portrayal of crime in the Australian media
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Aims
This topic aims to provide a basic grounding in the causes, forms and impacts of crime as well as an introduction to the writing and research skills in the area.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Identify and use research databases about crime research
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Identify and summarise knowledge across a range of criminological topics
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Recognise, identify and apply a range of criminological theories about the nature and causes of crime
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Read, analyse and communicate succinctly criminological knowledge
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