Course Title: Apply research techniques within justice contexts
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C6124 Advanced Diploma of Justice
Course Title: Apply research techniques within justice contexts
Portfolio: DSC Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 60
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Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
JUST5714 |
City Campus |
TAFE |
365T Global, Urban and Social Studies |
Face-to-Face |
Term1 2017 |
Course Contact: Irene Pagliarella, Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4581
Course Contact Email: irene.pagliarella@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to apply research methodologies appropriate to specific justice context/s.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Successful completion of, or demonstrated equivalence to, the following units of competency:
VU20861 Apply criminal law within justice environments
VU20862 Work with family violence contexts within justice environments
VU20863 Work with culturally diverse clients within justice environments
VU20864 Work with conflict resolution and mediation processes within justice environments
VU20865 Apply management and leadership within justice environments
And ONE of the following electives:
LGACOM406A Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and prepare documentation
CHCAOD402B Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
VU20851 Apply research techniques within justice contexts |
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Elements: |
1. Determine requirements for research within justice contexts 2. Conduct research
3. Critically analyse and report findings
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Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, you will be able to:
- Conduct research including development of a research proposal, collecting and maintaining data, critically analysing and reporting findings
- Review efficacy of research methodology
- Provide evidence of knowledge of methodologies, ethical and legal requirements for research conducted within justice environments
Overview of Assessment
Assessments may incorporate a variety of methods including role plays, observations, lectures, tutorials, class discussion, reports, simulated scenarios, and audio-visual presentations.
Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Word limit or equivalent |
Assessment (Formative) |
Range of in-class formative assessments linked to Summative Assessments |
N/A |
Assessment Two |
Written Ethics Application |
2500 words |
Assessment Three |
Literature Review |
2500 words |
Assessment Four |
Observational Research Report |
2500 words |
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