Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Justice Studies
Learning Methods
Online
Module Offerings
7221PS-APR-MTP
7221PS-JAN-MTP
7221PS-SEP-MTP
Aims
The aim of the dissertation is to develop the ability of the students to analyse and interpret an issue in their chosen field drawing on the relevant body of knowledge, collecting data and competing a piece of writing in a manner conforming to the tenets of disciplined, lucid and critical scholarship.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Evaluate and process primary and secondary data within the context of a specified research objective
2.
Develop a coherent and analytical judgement which is related to the initial problem or hypothesis
3.
Reflect critically on the nature and purpose of research in relation to homicide investigation
4.
Link empirical data, theory generation and practice within an organised coherent piece of writing
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:An indicative range of topics includes:
Introduction: what is the social research?
The politics of research in a professional environment.
Ethical issues in research
Producing a literature review
Designing and conducting research
Using SPSS Analysing research data
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.