Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Justice Studies

Learning Methods

Online

Module Offerings

7229PS-APR-MTP
7229PS-JAN-MTP
7229PS-SEP-MTP

Aims

The concept of homicide is wide and varied and this module aims to explore the different themes, theories and types of homicide investigation. The module will consider homicide classification and the challenges associated with causation. Further, it will explore psychological factors which drive homicide and the risks investigators face with the aim of improving investigative practice and mitigating the risk of case failure. The module will develop professional knowledge on predatory, affective and instrumental homicides and explore theoretical models associated with mental disorders and homicide. The module aims to encourage inquiry into cultural difference and evaluate how this impacts on the management of homicide investigations.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically evaluate risks and challenges associated with the differing homicide themes, theories and types.
2.
Reflect upon, analyse and evaluate cultural differences, which impact on the management of homicide investigations.
3.
Critically analyse the issues surrounding homicide investigations, which are driven by mental disorders.
4.
Critically evaluate how theory links to practice and synthesise understanding to minimise the potential for case failure.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Homicide classification Introduction to theories about causation Introduction to typologies Intimate partner homicide Staging homicide Honour killings – prevalence, theories, cultural differences and challenges to investigation Sexual homicide including child abduction homicide; sex worker homicide. Hospital or ‘Care Setting’ related homicide OCG related homicide Murder typologies – Affective versus Instrumental Arson related homicides Mass homicide Mental disorders and homicide Sudden and Unexplained death, bereavement, cultural implications and dealing with next of kin and families; the use of family liaison Stranger homicide
Additional Information:There are no professional body requirements at this stage, however developments associated with the College of Policing and other relevant government departments will be monitored and where appropriate, incorporated into module content.

Assessments

Presentation
Reflection
Essay