Criminology Research Project

    Unit code: LCR7901 | Study level: Postgraduate
    Credit points
    24
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    City Campus
    Prerequisites
    LCR6002 - Research Methods for Criminology
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    The research project is the capstone unit of the criminology degree. Students will work in small teams to undertake the research project. The teams will implement that planned project by collecting, analysing and interpreting the data and writing a final report on the findings. The project will be conducted as per VU ethics requirements.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Work collaboratively and reflectively to conduct a complex community research project including collection and analysis of research data within ethical and practical constraints;
    2. Synthesise literature, data and experience in the interpreting research findings;
    3. Exemplify a scholarly approach to develop a concise, clearly structured research report.
    4. Evaluate team and individual performance.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Literature Review
    |
    Grade: 15%
    A review of key literature and project plan 1500 words
    Assessment type: Presentation
    |
    Grade: 15%
    In class presentation with peer feedback on progress (15 mins)
    Assessment type: Report
    |
    Grade: 50%
    Research report (8,000 words)
    Assessment type: Review
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Peer assessment and reflection – Individual evaluation of the team, its members and individual performance (1,000 words)

    Required reading

    Nil.

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Master of Criminology
    LMCM | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 1.5 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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