Course overview
This is the capstone course for the Bachelor of Criminology. The aim of Criminological Research is to apply students' knowledge and understanding of research - how and why it is done and to expose students to different theoretical perspectives and methodologies employed by researchers in conducting research in criminology. Students will undertake an independent research project from design (formulate a research question, the methods used to obtain data, fieldwork, the interpretation of data collected and the writing up of research findings). Students will also be taught about ethical considerations in social research and how the research findings inform social change.
Course learning outcomes
- Describe the purpose of a Literature Review and recognise the need for and components of an Ethics Application as required in any Criminological Research project
- Locate, analyse and synthesise academic literature into a Literature Review, and develop a criminological research question in a timely and effective manner
- Develop a research question and design an independent research project including an Ethics Application, survey and interview instruments
- Conduct face to face research interviews according to social, cultural and ethical protocols and with professional integrity
- Analyse quantitative and qualitative data and communicate the findings through a research report and oral presentation