Unit details
ACR102 - Introducing Crime and Criminal Justice
| Offering information: | Commences 2014. |
|---|---|
| Offered at: | (G, X) |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2. |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Previously coded as: | ASL111 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | K Fitz-Gibbon |
| Incompatible with: | ASL111 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications | |
Content
This unit provides an introduction to the structures and procedures of the criminal justice system from a critical perspective. The unit outlines the major characteristics of the investigation, prosecution, adjudication and correctional processes within the criminal justice system, and the key issues which impinge on contemporary criminal justice administration in Australia. The conduct of police investigations, prosecutorial decision-making and the executive administration of the prison system are explored. The unit adopts an interdisciplinary approach to the study of criminal justice institutions and practices, and critically assesses the effectiveness of the system using contemporary criminological/socio-legal evidence.
Assessment
- Online Exercises (10%)
- Presentation (400 words or equivalent – 10%)
- Research and writing exercise (1500 words – 40%)
- Examination (40%)
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $755 | $755 | $2269 | $2442 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
