Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES IN DESISTANCE FROM CRIME | ||
Code | SOCI331 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr EL Hart Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology E.L.Hart@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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· To introduce key concepts, topics and debates in the study of desistance from crime · To provide an overview and critical analysis of empirical and theoretical approaches used to explain desistance from crime over the life course including in terms of gender. · To examine critically the impact of desistance theory and research on policy and practice around resettlement and punishment · To discuss and debate the impact that new developments in the field can have on developing desistance promoting practice and reducing reoffending |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Explain and critically evaluate key theories, debates and research around desistance from crime |
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(LO2) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of UK policy and practice in relation to resettlement and re-entry and the link to desistance theory |
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(LO3) Identify and critically evaluate the role of punishment and prisons in the desistance process |
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(LO4) Be able to recognise and explain the different approaches and issues in relation to desistance for women |
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(LO5) Demonstrate a critical awareness of arguments around emerging and contemporary desistance theory, research, policy and practice |
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(S1) Information skills – Critical reading |
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(S2) Information skills – Information accessing |
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(S3) Critical thinking and problem-solving – Synthesis |
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(S4) Critical thinking and problem-solving – Critical analysis |
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(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) – Academic writing |
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(S6) Media literacy online critically reading and creatively producing academic and professional communications in a range of media |
Syllabus |
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The module will address the following topics, which will be distributed across the lectures and seminars: · Key concepts and theoretical approaches- the role of structure and agency in understanding desistance · Gender and desistance · New and emergent empirical and theoretical developments- beyond the structure and agency debate · Developing a ‘critical desistance’- empirical and theoretical approaches to desistance based on abolitionist principles. · Policy and practice: The role of resettlement, prisons and punishment on desistance trajectories · Desistance, re-offending and the future- moving beyond the criminal justice system |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Seminar |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
11 |
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22 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 128 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :First Semester | Academic poster and | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |