assess a range of perspectives and discuss the strengths of each for the understanding of crime and victimisation

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Student experience a range of pedagogical approaches including lectures, seminars, and workshops

Methods of Assessment

Methods of assessment include the long essay, timed unseen examinations, group projects, critical appraisal, group and individual presentations; article/book reviews; media analysis; briefing and policy briefing papers

draw on materials from a range of sources, synthesise them and providing possible solutions or policy recommendation

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Student experience a range of pedagogical approaches including lectures, seminars, and workshops

Methods of Assessment

Methods of assessment include the long essay, timed unseen examinations, group projects, critical appraisal, group and individual presentations; article/book reviews; media analysis; briefing and policy briefing papers

draw on relevant evidence to evaluate competing explanations

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Student experience a range of pedagogical approaches including lectures, seminars, and workshops

Methods of Assessment

Methods of assessment include the long essay, timed unseen examinations, group projects, critical appraisal, group and individual presentations; article/book reviews; media analysis; briefing and policy briefing papers

evaluate the viability of competing explanations within sociology, criminology and from psychology to draw logical and appropriate conclusions.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Student experience a range of pedagogical approaches including lectures, seminars, and workshops

Methods of Assessment

Methods of assessment include the long essay, timed unseen examinations, group projects, critical appraisal, group and individual presentations; article/book reviews; media analysis; briefing and policy briefing papers

assess the values and practices of the key agencies which administer responses to crime and deviance

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students are exposed to external agency speakers across the degree programme. In addition, students undertake numerous visits to CJS agencies (e.g. local prisons and courts) to observe the operation of the CJS

Methods of Assessment

Diaries; reflective essays; blog entries; media analysis, responses to reading; policy briefing and briefing papers

design and use appropriate research strategies for data collection using quantitative and qualitative methods (including media analysis)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students undertake a number of group based training exercises in which they are taught practical qualitative and quantitative research skills; they also learn to analyse media (both news and entertainment)

Methods of Assessment

Research skills are assessed via a research proposal, a reflective research diary, annotated statistical (SPSS) analysis (output file); data presentation; supervised research-based dissertation

apply statistical techniques and methods

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students undertake a number of group based training exercises in which they are taught practical qualitative and quantitative research skills; they also learn to analyse media (both news and entertainment)

Methods of Assessment

Research skills are assessed via a research proposal, a reflective research diary, annotated statistical (SPSS) analysis (output file); data presentation; supervised research-based dissertation

Evaluate the role of media in reflecting and informing the public attitudes on understanding criminality or criminal justice

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Assessing various media outlets and sources to critical reflect on their content and means

Methods of Assessment

Group work on media analysis (news, visual, entertainment)

written and oral communication skills

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Flexible and interactive teaching methods and group based project work allow students to develop a range of presentation and communication skills

Methods of Assessment

Students are required to present course work in a number of different formats including book reviews, diaries, excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, SPSS output, blog posts, social media (twitter), psychological reports, oral presentations, research proposals, questionnaire modules

presenting data and evidence in an appropriate format for a variety of audiences (including computing skills in relation both to text and the presentation of basic research data)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Flexible and interactive teaching methods and group based project work allow students to develop a range of presentation and communication skills

Methods of Assessment

Students are required to present course work in a number of different formats including book reviews, diaries, excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, SPSS output, blog posts, social media (twitter), psychological reports, oral presentations, research proposals, questionnaire modules

time planning and management

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Time planning, project management, group working skills are developed through personal tutor workshops and exercises, dissertation supervision and group based employability exercises.

Methods of Assessment

Time and project planning/management is a core requirement of the research dissertation

working productively in a group

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Time planning, project management, group working skills are developed through personal tutor workshops and exercises, dissertation supervision and group based employability exercises.

Methods of Assessment

Time and project planning/management is a core requirement of the research dissertation

evaluating evidence of diverse kinds and drawing appropriate conclusions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Critical comparative analysis of available information sources is a theme that runs through the Criminology programme. Students are immersed in techniques for the collation, analysis and comparison of published material. Students are also introduced to systematic review procedures and the review of meta-analytical studies

Methods of Assessment

Critical review of criminological sources is a key component of most coursework assignments. Rigorous assessment, combined with detailed and constructive feedback, is essential to the development and refinement of critical analysis skills.

critical use of published data sources (in various forms, including media, videos, and entertainment industry)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Critical comparative analysis of available information sources is a theme that runs through the Criminology programme. Students are immersed in techniques for the collation, analysis and comparison of published material. Students are also introduced to systematic review procedures and the review of meta-analytical studies

Methods of Assessment

Critical review of criminological sources is a key component of most coursework assignments. Rigorous assessment, combined with detailed and constructive feedback, is essential to the development and refinement of critical analysis skills.

identifying the most important arguments or evidence in a text and recording and/or representing these

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Critical comparative analysis of available information sources is a theme that runs through the Criminology programme. Students are immersed in techniques for the collation, analysis and comparison of published material. Students are also introduced to systematic review procedures and the review of meta-analytical studies

Methods of Assessment

Critical review of criminological sources is a key component of most coursework assignments. Rigorous assessment, combined with detailed and constructive feedback, is essential to the development and refinement of critical analysis skills.

bibliographic and referencing skills: the identification of relevant published and web-based materials in relation to a particular topic

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Critical comparative analysis of available information sources is a theme that runs through the Criminology programme. Students are immersed in techniques for the collation, analysis and comparison of published material. Students are also introduced to systematic review procedures and the review of meta-analytical studies

Methods of Assessment

Critical review of criminological sources is a key component of most coursework assignments. Rigorous assessment, combined with detailed and constructive feedback, is essential to the development and refinement of critical analysis skills.

formulating researchable problems within a general area of concern

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Several research based modules and a research based dissertation encourage students to acquire and enhance their skills in the design, planning, execution and analysis of both quantitative and quantitative research

Methods of Assessment

Students are assessed on the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation.

research design and data collection skills in relation to crime, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Several research based modules and a research based dissertation encourage students to acquire and enhance their skills in the design, planning, execution and analysis of both quantitative and quantitative research

Methods of Assessment

Students are assessed on the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation.

data analysis, including indexing and retrieval of qualitative data

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Several research based modules and a research based dissertation encourage students to acquire and enhance their skills in the design, planning, execution and analysis of both quantitative and quantitative research

Methods of Assessment

Students are assessed on the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation.

use and understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics (including summary measures, measures of association and significance, contingency tables, regression analysis and knowledge of the use and value of appropriate learning technologies), and awareness of the use and potential misuse of statistics

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Several research based modules and a research based dissertation encourage students to acquire and enhance their skills in the design, planning, execution and analysis of both quantitative and quantitative research

Methods of Assessment

Students are assessed on the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation.

Summarize complex ideas and research evidence, conveying it in concise -easy to understand way to non-specialist audiences

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Tutorial work has been redesigned to deliver employability skills and demonstrate that criminological theory and research is applicable to every day practices in the criminal justice system.

Methods of Assessment

Briefing paper/policy briefing papers

describe and examine a range of key concepts and theoretical approaches within criminology (theories of crime, criminalisation, class, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance) and to evaluate their application to complex social and criminological problems

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students are introduced to a broad range of sociological and social policy approaches and perspectives in level one, before specialising in criminological theory in level 2 and beyond. This ensures that students are equipped with knowledge and understanding of a broad range of social issues including class, inequalities, race, mental health, disability and welfare provision. This provides a foundation on which criminological theory and appreciation of the impact of social issues on crime and the CJS can be fully developed.
A range of teaching methods are employed including lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, field visits, and supervised independent learning. Many of these teaching methods are enhanced by the use of visual technology, such as PowerPoint presentations, dvd clips, handouts, and key materials being made available through Queen’s Online.

Methods of Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are assessed through unseen timed examinations, coursework assignments, oral presentations, seminar and tutorial contribution and multiple choice tests.

provide an analytical account of social diversity and inequality and their effects in relation to crime, victimisation and responses to crime, deviance, and its associated harm.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students are introduced to a broad range of sociological and social policy approaches and perspectives in level one, before specialising in criminological theory in level 2 and beyond. This ensures that students are equipped with knowledge and understanding of a broad range of social issues including class, inequalities, race, mental health, disability and welfare provision. This provides a foundation on which criminological theory and appreciation of the impact of social issues on crime and the CJS can be fully developed.
A range of teaching methods are employed including lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, field visits, and supervised independent learning. Many of these teaching methods are enhanced by the use of visual technology, such as PowerPoint presentations, dvd clips, handouts, and key materials being made available through Queen’s Online.

Methods of Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are assessed through unseen timed examinations, coursework assignments, oral presentations, seminar and tutorial contribution and multiple choice tests.

evaluate criminal justice agency practices and developments in terms of changing values and relationships between individuals, groups, and public and private agencies in Ireland, UK and other international jurisdictions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific modules examine historical and current developments and practices of key CJS agencies and institutions including the Police, Prison, Youth Justice Services within Northern Ireland, Ireland and the UK. In addition to previously outlined teaching methods, knowledge and understanding in this area is further developed through the use of specialist external speakers from CJS agencies, including local community based Restorative Justice Services, alcohol and drug services, NIPS, PSNI, & YJA.
The School also promotes student volunteering in local independent sector agencies

Methods of Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are assessed through unseen timed examinations, coursework assignments, oral presentations, seminar and tutorial contribution and multiple choice tests.

examine critically the values, practices and processes of governance, including human rights, that underpin the treatment of lawbreakers within Ireland and UK CJS, and allied agencies which administer sentencing and alternatives (in particular restorative justice initiatives)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific modules examine historical and current developments and practices of key CJS agencies and institutions including the Police, Prison, Youth Justice Services within Northern Ireland, Ireland and the UK. In addition to previously outlined teaching methods, knowledge and understanding in this area is further developed through the use of specialist external speakers from CJS agencies, including local community based Restorative Justice Services, alcohol and drug services, NIPS, PSNI, & YJA.
The School also promotes student volunteering in local independent sector agencies

Methods of Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are assessed through unseen timed examinations, coursework assignments, oral presentations, seminar and tutorial contribution and multiple choice tests.

use a range of research strategies and methods, assess the appropriateness of their use, and identify an appropriate strategy for specific research problems

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Knowledge and understanding of social research methods and practices are developed through a combination of traditional lectures and group based workshops where students develop and rehearse data collection and data analysis skills.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of research understanding and knowledge through the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation

evaluate strengths and weaknesses in the use of comparison in relation to crime, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Knowledge and understanding of social research methods and practices are developed through a combination of traditional lectures and group based workshops where students develop and rehearse data collection and data analysis skills.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of research understanding and knowledge through the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation

summarise and analyse quantitative and qualitative empirical data about crime, victimisation and responses to crime, in order to evaluate competing criminological
theories

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Knowledge and understanding of social research methods and practices are developed through a combination of traditional lectures and group based workshops where students develop and rehearse data collection and data analysis skills.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of research understanding and knowledge through the completion of a research proposal, the design of a questionnaire, undertaking face-to-face interviews, a reflective research diary, SPSS analysis (including regression analysis) and a research dissertation

Evaluate and critically assess information provided by various media outlets, from reporting and entrainment; to internet, social media and establishment

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Exposing students to various forms of information on crime and criminal justice as produced by the major forms of media production

Methods of Assessment

Research essays demonstrating an ability to appreciate the role of narratives and ideologies in social construction of crime and criminal justice

formulate and investigate criminological questions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All single honours criminology students undertake an independent research study in level 3. This project involves the development of research question(s), the design of appropriate research methods; data collection and analysis, and the drafting of a final thesis. During this year long module students are provided with intensive support and supervision from an academic member of staff. In additional, specialist seminars are provided on a range of topics including, advanced qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques, research ethics, project management, and thesis writing.

Methods of Assessment

Double marked research thesis

assess the methodology used to address criminological questions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All single honours criminology students undertake an independent research study in level 3. This project involves the development of research question(s), the design of appropriate research methods; data collection and analysis, and the drafting of a final thesis. During this year long module students are provided with intensive support and supervision from an academic member of staff. In additional, specialist seminars are provided on a range of topics including, advanced qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques, research ethics, project management, and thesis writing.

Methods of Assessment

Double marked research thesis

apply basic research tools appropriately in relation to theoretically driven, exploratory or evaluative research

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All single honours criminology students undertake an independent research study in level 3. This project involves the development of research question(s), the design of appropriate research methods; data collection and analysis, and the drafting of a final thesis. During this year long module students are provided with intensive support and supervision from an academic member of staff. In additional, specialist seminars are provided on a range of topics including, advanced qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques, research ethics, project management, and thesis writing.

Methods of Assessment

Double marked research thesis

access or gather appropriate qualitative or quantitative information to address criminological questions in relation to crime, victimisation, responses to crime and deviance, and representations of these, using qualitative and quantitative methods

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All single honours criminology students undertake an independent research study in level 3. This project involves the development of research question(s), the design of appropriate research methods; data collection and analysis, and the drafting of a final thesis. During this year long module students are provided with intensive support and supervision from an academic member of staff. In additional, specialist seminars are provided on a range of topics including, advanced qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques, research ethics, project management, and thesis writing.

Methods of Assessment

Double marked research thesis

recognise the ethical implications of research into criminological questions and identify appropriate solutions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

UG students are required to submit their work to the same ethical review committee as all human subject research undertaken within the school. Through specialised seminars and individual supervision, students are tutored through the ethical review process that involves the identification of ethical issues in their own work, the development of protocols and procedures to protect and minimise harm to participants and themselves (including procedures to obtain informed consent), the completion and submission of a formal ethical application, and the revision of research protocols to ensure full compliance with accepted ethical practices.

Methods of Assessment

Application to the School Research Ethics Committee

Develop coherent evaluation of data and ideas on the criminal justice system or on criminological issues, conveying their relevance and understanding to a non specialised audience; and providing possible policies recommendations

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Provide students with a variety of skills among which the evaluation of ideas and data from a variety of sources; strengthen students’s writing skills and translation of complex ideas from non specialised audience

Methods of Assessment

Briefing/policy briefing papers

review, summarise and evaluate empirical information and research findings about crime, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These learning outcomes are consistently addressed across almost all of the modules offered on the programme. As a result a wide range of different teaching methods are employed to promote depth learning, to facilitate consolidation of knowledge and understanding and to support student progression across the three years.
Key to this is the use of interactive teaching methods (discussions, Q&As, quizzes, individual tutor meetings, problem orientated sessions, PRS) to promote student engagement within lectures and tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Again, a wide range of assessment methods are employed across the three years of study. Highlights include the use of reflective reports, diaries, media analysis, book and film reviews, peer assessment and feedback

discuss criminological topics with an appreciation of criminological theory, of evidence, and of the relevance to current debates, and present the conclusions in a variety of appropriate academic formats

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These learning outcomes are consistently addressed across almost all of the modules offered on the programme. As a result a wide range of different teaching methods are employed to promote depth learning, to facilitate consolidation of knowledge and understanding and to support student progression across the three years.
Key to this is the use of interactive teaching methods (discussions, Q&As, quizzes, individual tutor meetings, problem orientated sessions, PRS) to promote student engagement within lectures and tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Again, a wide range of assessment methods are employed across the three years of study. Highlights include the use of reflective reports, diaries, media analysis, book and film reviews, peer assessment and feedback

comment on the value of criminological work on crime, victimisation, responses to crime and deviance, and representations of these in relation to policy questions at national, international and global levels.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These learning outcomes are consistently addressed across almost all of the modules offered on the programme. As a result a wide range of different teaching methods are employed to promote depth learning, to facilitate consolidation of knowledge and understanding and to support student progression across the three years.
Key to this is the use of interactive teaching methods (discussions, Q&As, quizzes, individual tutor meetings, problem orientated sessions, PRS) to promote student engagement within lectures and tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Again, a wide range of assessment methods are employed across the three years of study. Highlights include the use of reflective reports, diaries, media analysis, book and film reviews, peer assessment and feedback