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CRIM13009 Criminal Ethnographies
Criminal Ethnographies
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General Information

Overview

Issues in the justice field require a great deal of sensitivity to individual perspectives and understandings of the criminal justice system. Frequently situations involve violence and physical or mental harm. Qualitative research methods provide the investigator with insights into the contextual factors that influence offenders, victims and justice professionals. In this unit you will develop your qualitative research skills, building on skills developed in this course with a focus on writing surveys, conducting interviews or using ethnographic techniques oriented to criminal research. You will examine the ethical context of qualitative research including the importance of respecting individuals or communities being researched and preservation of due process where required. You will also demonstrate the importance of ethical practice and effective data management practices using appropriate and secure technologies where breaches of privacy can also expose respondents and researchers to personal danger.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 3
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 10
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

There are no requisites for this unit.

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Offerings For Term 1 - 2026

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Attendance Requirements

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Class and Assessment Overview

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Feedback from SUTE

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Students would benefit from further clarity on assessments.

Recommendation

The assessment guidance and associated marking criteria will be revisited to ensure clarity and accessibility for students.

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Students reported high satisfaction with the unit content.

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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