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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2015 - 2016
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Description This module introduces students to the sociological analysis of crime and its representation in the media. It examines and evaluates key sociological perspectives that offer different explanations for the existence of crime. It also examines the process by which laws are created and who benefits or suffers from the law making process. It examines the portrayal of crime by the media and asks whether such representations are a true or distorted reflection of social reality and it also examines what effects, if any, these representations have on public opinion. It also examines key institutions involved in the judicial system focusing particularly on the Prison Service. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify and articulate the causes and consequences of crime in society. 2. Identify and articulate the links between social class, types of crimes and the law making process. 3. Review, appraise and interpret crime statistics and literature relating to specific crimes. 4. Review, appraise and interpret the ways in which crime is differentially dealt with by society. 5. Evaluate the manner in which the media report and comment on crime and justice issues and the possible effects of such reportage on public opinion. 6. Identify and articulate the use of crime as a means of political communication. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Week 1 Defining & Measuring CrimeWeek 2 Crime in IrelandWeek 3 Blue Collar CrimeWeek 4 White Collar CrimeWeek 5 Moral EntrepreneursWeek 6 Drugs and CrimeWeek 7 Reading WeekWeek 8 Crime ReportingWeek 9 Crime Reporters & SourcesWeek 10 Crime Reporting & Public OpinionWeek 11 Reporting Trials & Public OpinionWeek 12 Prisons and Punishment | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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