Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Peter Rogers
Contact via peter.rogers@mq.edu.au
Australian Hearing Hub. Level 2.
By appointment
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
39cp at 100 level or above
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
In this unit we explore criminology through the concepts of social order and social control. You will consider how theories of order, control, justice and freedom emerge from social and cultural contexts, historical events, in theories and as ideology to better understand how we are ruled in different ways at different times. The evolution of our freedoms will be explored throughout the unit to encourage critical reflection on fairness, discipline, order and control in Australian and international contexts. This unit asks student to test their ideas and ideals to see if, in the final analysis, the freedom and liberty we think we have is 'real' freedom or just an illusion and a trap to keep us all under control
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
MAJOR ESSAY
The essay will be chosen from one of the set questions used in this unit. These questions will be posted online (in iLearn) by the end of March.
The essay should address the key themes of the course drawing on the usual range of academic sources, including (but not limited to) required readings, recommended readings and independent research as conducted by the student (relevant to the unit focus and themes).
Remember:
Please refer to the 'MAJOR ESSAY - Guidance on RUBRIC and FAQs' sheet provided in iLearn. Further support on essay writing can be found at the MQ library website, undergraduate page.
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GROUP PROJECT
The assessment policy requires that "at least 50% of group work assessment shall be allocated to individual performance". To comply with this policy the group project is divided into 3 components - two group components and an individual component. These grades are then combined to give students a final mark for the group project assessment.:
The groups will usually be allocated in week 3, but no later than week 5. This varies depending on unit enrollments each year.
Please also refer to the 'GROUP PROJECT - GETTING STARTED (and FAQs)' in iLearn
Group component 1. PROJECT PROPOSAL
The GROUP PROPOSAL should:
Please also refer to the 'Group component 1. PROJECT PROPOSAL. RUBRIC & CHECKLIST' sheet provided in iLearn.
Individual Component. COLLABORATION WIKI.
For this assessment students must complete KEY TASKS in the GROUP COLLABORATION WIKI to demonstrate an individual contribution to the project.
Please also refer to the 'Individual Component. COLLABORATION WIKI RUBRIC' sheet provided in iLearn
Group Component 2. FINAL PRESENTATION
A group presentation of no more than 15 minutes duration will be presented in the final week of term as the culmination of the GROUP PROJECT. Please consider that:
Please also refer to the 'Group Component 2. FINAL PRESENTATION RUBRIC' file provided in iLearn for more useful information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REVIEW MEETINGS (optional). Part of the group project is learning how to collaborate. This requires you to work within the group to resolve any issues that arise, however we acknowledge that academic guidance may be required in some situations. If you experience difficulties within your group that you are unable to resolve - e.g. if a group is not working well, a group member experiences a serious disruption to study, or the team falls far behind schedule (as outlined in thier Gantt chart) - the convenor may require OR students may request a 'review meeting' to discuss the progress of the group. A review meeting can be requested at any time during term, but the convenor will often schedule these meetings for the first week or two after the mid-session interval (usually around WEEK 8). Review meetings are arranged on a needs only basis, but can be requested by appointment. All group members should try to attend a review meeting if one has been arranged, but we also allocate time in tutorials throughout the session to discuss the group work as a whole. Externals are welcome to skype in for workshops and/or review meetings.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Major Essay | 50% | No | 5th June |
Group Project | 50% | No | 9th June |
Due: 5th June
Weighting: 50%
The Major Essay (of no more than 2000 words) will test students on their ability to synthesise complex theories and apply them to a set question - see further information below
Due: 9th June
Weighting: 50%
The group project is a three part assessment in which students will collaborate to deliver a presentation, developing a range of team building and problem-solving skills - see further information below
This section contains useful information for managing expectations and planning your study please do read it. These topics will also be discussed in the week 1 lecture, so you can review the lecture echo from week 1 for more information if you have general questions during the term. If your questions are not answered below then check the FAQ documents in iLearn or contact the unit convenor.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON READINGS: Several of the texts we use will be only available on e-reserve for a limited time due to copyright restrictions imposed by the publisher. Please manage your reading schedule accordingly, this is not something that academic staff are able to influence. Be mindful that accessing the readings whilst they are available is YOUR responsibility.
White, R.; Haines, F., Asquith, N. (2012) Crime and Criminology, Oxford: Oxford University Press (5th edition)
North, D. C., Wallis, J. J., & Weingast, B. R. (2009). Violence and social order: A conceptual framework for interpreting recorded human history. Cambridge: New York.
More in depth information on the weekly topics, readings and other related materials from the unit schedule will be made available through ilearn upon registration in this unit. This gives you a taster of the topics by the title of the weekly lectures.
WEEK 1 | Introduction to the Unit. Social ORDER and Social CONTROL |
WEEK 2 | From Violence and History to Contracts and Cooperation |
WEEK 3 | The Origins of Modern Law and Order |
WEEK 4 | Hearts and Minds |
WEEK 5 | Taking the Strain |
WEEK 6 | Whats in a Name |
WEEK 7 | This STATE We're In |
WEEK 8 | Lies, Lies & Politics |
WEEK 9 | Being Critical |
WEEK 10 | We Will Force You To Be Free |
WEEK 11 | The Lonely Robot |
WEEK 12 | What Happened to Our Dream of Freedom |
WEEK 13 | GROUP PRESENTATION SESSIONS |
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Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
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