Unit details
ASL222 - International and Comparative Criminal Justice
| Offered at: | (G, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | D Palmer |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
There is immense variation in the way different cultures deal with crime. This unit provides a critical introduction to the philosophies, structures and procedures of criminal justice institutions in a number of international jurisdictions. The unit explores the underlying philosophical similarities and differences between institutions and practices in a range of countries, while offering insights into how these features affect our understanding of crime in a global society. The concept of global justice is also explored by examining the role of International Criminal Court and the various features of transnational law enforcement, criminal investigation, prosecution and punishment. This unit adopts an interdisciplinary, comparative approach and encourages students to explore a range of theoretical and applied material on cross-cultural and international criminology using a combination of databases, policy documents, legal cases and empirical studies.
Assessment
Research essay 2500 words 50%, Tutorial participation/online exercise 10%, Closed book two hour examination 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $706 | $706 | $706 | $2087 | $2268 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
