lst2scr sentencing and corrections
SENTENCING AND CORRECTIONS
LST2SCR
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides an understanding of the processes, practices and complexities involved in sanctioning offenders in contemporary Australia. The aims of sentencing, together with the technical processes by which sentences are determined, are considered and assessed in light of legal, social, political and economic considerations and concerns. Varying types of sanctions are examined with particular attention paid to current practices of imprisonment and community corrections and the extent to which these achieve sentencing aims, reduce crime and enhance community cohesion and safety.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSusanne Davies
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Enrolment in 2nd year of any degree and have completed LST1LOJ or HUS1PDC.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LST2PIC; LST3PIC
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify key aims and processes involved in sentencing in contemporary Australia.
- Activities:
- Mini-lectures, workshop exercises, online activities, readings, quizzes, case studies
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Assess the impact of legal, social, economic and political factors upon sentencing and correctional practices.
- Activities:
- Mini-lectures, workshop exercises, readings, onine acttivities, case studies, essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Assess the extent to which imprisonment and community corrections achieve sentencing aims, reduce crime and enhance community safety.
- Activities:
- Mini-lectures, workshop exercises, readings, online activities, quizzes, essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Communicate in a clear, well informed and critically engaged manner about sentencing and corrections.
- Activities:
- Essay, Workshop presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusanne Davies
Class requirements
Evidence Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.5 hours evidence based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
Ten 1.5 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Quizzes and Posts (equivalent to 1200 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Two in-class case study exercises (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| One 1200 word research essay | 30 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| One group presentation and peer marking exercise (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |