Unit details
ASL221 - Crime Prevention and Security
| Offering information: | This unit is offered in Trimesters 1 and 3 in alternating years; Trimester 3 odd years, Trimester 1 even years |
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| Offered at: | (G, X) |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 3 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | C Whelan |
| Incompatible with: | ASL321 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit introduces students to the various ways in which we think about and respond to crime prevention and reduction. The Unit examines the key policies and practices that have developed in Australia and internationally to address the 'problem of crime'. But the Unit also develops and appreciation of the political, social, economic and cultural values expressed through crime prevention and reduction policies and programmes as well as historical, contemporary and comparative analysis.
Assessment
On campus:
Research Essay 2000 words 50%, Two-hour Examination 40%, Tutorial Participation and Online Exercises 10%
Off campus:
Research Essay 2000 words 50%, Two-hour Examination 40%, Online Exercises 10%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2192 | $2359 |
* 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.
