Learning Outcomes
1.
Construct a research project that demonstrates technical skill in research methods and research design.
2.
Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in criminology and at least one other specialist social science field, and knowledge of research principles and methods.
3.
Construct a research project that demonstrates critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding in the social sciences, effectively linking theory and practice.
4.
Demonstrate cognitiveskills that review, analyse, consolidate and synthesize knowledge.
5.
Identify and formulate solutions to complex policy issues and social problems with intellectual independence.
6.
Demonstrate an advanced ability to undertake social research through the collection and analysis of data concerning issues and problems in the social world.
7.
Demonstrate an ability to adapt knowledge and skill in diverse contexts.
8.
Demonstrate initiative and judgement in scholarship.
9.
Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others, including an understanding of ethical, social and professional responsibility.
10.
Demonstrate communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences and contribute to policy debates within communities and organisations.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences (Honours) - BASS (Hons)4504 - Arts & Social Sciences (Hons)
Specialisation Structure48 Units of Credit:
Students must complete 48 UOC.
Core Courses
Students must take 18 UOC of the following courses.
Note: ARTS4268 (12 UOC) is taught as a multi-term course at 6 UOC each term.
Thesis or Project
Students must take 30 UOC of the following courses.
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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