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Unit name Forensic investigation
Unit code HGA313
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Social Sciences
Discipline Sociology and Criminology
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Describe the strengths and limitations of various forensic roles and techniques as applied in the criminal justice process.
  2. Explain some of the social processes that can impact the effective collection, analysis, and use of forensic science in the process from crime scene to court.
  3. Critically evaluate the use of forensic science in the criminal justice system.
  4. Develop an informed argument that is communicated clearly.
  5. Articulate your own position on key debates surrounding the use of forensic science in the criminal justice system.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

25 points at introductory level in any discipline in any faculty

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Weekly Lecture (120 Minutes)

Weekly Tutorials (60 minutes)

Assessment

Task 1: Major essay, 3000 words (40%)

Task 2: Case or problem activated learning, 800 words (20%)

Task 3: Tutorial attendance (10%)

Task 4: Exam, four questions, including a compulsory first question on key concepts, 2 hours (30%)

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