Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Justice Studies
Learning Methods
Online
Module Offerings
5101COMJUS-MAR_NS-MTP
5101COMJUS-SEP_NS-MTP
Aims
The module aims to introduce learners to the workings of the criminal justice system. It will develop learners critical insight and understanding around the criminal justice system and the various agencies, policies and practices, in England and Wales. The module will additionally focus on the place of probation within the criminal justice system.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of the criminal justice system, process and inherent challenges.
2.
Evaluate relationships between theoretical models, policy and practice in relation to the criminal justice system.
3.
Demonstrate an understanding of and explain the role of the Probation Service within the criminal justice system.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:
Introduction to the module - content and overview - evolution and context of the criminal justice system - Police and CPS - Courts -Probation - Prison/Parole - Mid way review - Youth Services - Multi Agency Work - Victims/Victimisation - Recap and Review / Conclusion to the module - one to one support.
Introduction to the module - content and overview - evolution and context of the criminal justice system - Police and CPS - Courts -Probation - Prison/Parole - Mid way review - Youth Services - Multi Agency Work - Victims/Victimisation - Recap and Review / Conclusion to the module - one to one support.
Module Overview:
This module develops critical insight and context around the criminal justice system and associated policy and theory. The module also critically explores the place of probation within the broader spectrum of the criminal justice system.
To explore the theoretical foundations of criminal justice within England and Wales. To articulate and critically appraise criminal justice policy and practice. Engagement with various agencies across this criminal justice system, including the police, CPS and criminal courts. Multi-agency working. Critical focus of the penal system (Prison, Probation Services and youth services) and their relationship, roles and responsibilities.This module also explores the various challenges that the criminal justice system encounters, including victim engagement and participation and the place of restorative justice. Finally, there is a wider critical examination of the broader harms done by the criminal justice system within its current form.
This module develops critical insight and context around the criminal justice system and associated policy and theory. The module also critically explores the place of probation within the broader spectrum of the criminal justice system.
To explore the theoretical foundations of criminal justice within England and Wales. To articulate and critically appraise criminal justice policy and practice. Engagement with various agencies across this criminal justice system, including the police, CPS and criminal courts. Multi-agency working. Critical focus of the penal system (Prison, Probation Services and youth services) and their relationship, roles and responsibilities.This module also explores the various challenges that the criminal justice system encounters, including victim engagement and participation and the place of restorative justice. Finally, there is a wider critical examination of the broader harms done by the criminal justice system within its current form.
Assessments
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