JST445 Criminology Honours Dissertation Part-time (32)
AbstractStudents undertaking the criminology honours dissertation should demonstrate a clear understanding of a specific field of study at an advanced level. They should demonstrate clear thinking and an ability to integrate theory and method in a logical manner. The student must be able to work in a concentrated way over an extended period and must present their research in a scholarly fashion. This subject requires students to engage in original research and submit a 15,000 word dissertation.
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Distance | Bathurst Campus | Session 2 | | Distance | Bathurst Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: JST445
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| On campus-one session, distance education-two sessions | HD/FL | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictions| Limited to students enrolled in Bachelor of Social Science (Justice Studies) (Honours). Not available to students who have completed JST439. |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate rigorous engagement in original research in order to address an area of criminological concern
- be able to critically use theory in the development of an original research project
- be able to present an original research project in a scholarly manner
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- individual design of a research project
- design and successful completion of an ethics application where applicable
- undertaking the research project
- presenting the findings of the research project in a scholarly fashion as an honours dissertation
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
