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Learning Outcomes

1.
Recognise key theoretical approaches in the discipline of Criminology
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2.
Identify key concepts of criminalisation, criminal offending, victimisation, policing, criminal law and process and penal practice in contemporary society.
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Undertake rigorous and engaged scholarly enquiry and analysis
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4.
Collaborate effectively with others.
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Communicate and debate complex ideas in a range of different contexts using a variety of suitable media
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6.
Exhibit initiative and self-direction
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Critically and creatively employ disciplinary bodies of knowledge and appraise disciplinary perspectives in professional practice and/or scholarship.
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Justify a position in relation to foundational aspects of society, culture and/or the arts
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Engage proactively with complex problems in professional practice and/or scholarship.
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Continuously acquire knowledge and skills and reflect on existing knowledge and skills for personal and career fulfilment.
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Act ethically, respectfully and responsibly
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Arts - BA3409 - Arts

Specialisation Structure
36 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 36 UOC.

Level 1 Core Courses

You must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

CRIM1010
6 UOC
Criminology: An Introduction
CRIM1011
6 UOC
Introduction to Criminal Justice

Level 2 Core Course

You must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

LAWS3321
6 UOC
Introduction to the Australian Legal System
ARTS2820
6 UOC
Justice

Level 3 Prescribed Courses

You must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

LAWS3356
6 UOC
Innovation Law and Policy
LAWS3362
6 UOC
Understanding Human Rights
LAWS3431
6 UOC
Law in the Digital Age
LAWS3523
6 UOC
Owning Creativity: Issues in Intellectual Property
LAWS3532
6 UOC
Cyberspace Law 2.0

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