Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Justice Studies

Learning Methods

Online
Workshop

Module Offerings

5201CRIM-JAN-MTP

Aims

This module aims to help students understand some of the connections between criminology and practice. It centres on talks from invited guest speakers to provide an insight into a range of contemporary issues in practice. The module aims to contextualise issues facing practitioners and employers in a range of fields relevant to criminology. The module also aims to support students to reflect on their employability skills and access relevant employability resources and support.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Apply knowledge of the relevance of criminology to a key area of practice.
2.
Communicate effectively in a style suitable for practitioners
3.
Reflect on their employability skills and identify areas for future development

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Contemporary issues in practice, Connections between criminology and practice, Communicating effectively with practitioners/employers, Employability skills, Personal reflection and planning for professional development,
Additional Information:
This module centres on guest talks from practitioners working in a range of settings. These are supported by lectures to provide academic context. The latter will help students to reflect on the extent to which criminological theories, concepts and research are relevant in a practice-based setting. The module also explores wider discussions about the production and application of criminological knowledge. The module equips students with a broad awareness of policy and practice in criminal justice, as well as offering opportunities to engage with practitioners and consider career options.

Assessments

Portfolio
Report