SLSP3200 Dissertation in Crime
40 Credits Class Size: 30
Module manager: Dr Albert Varela
Email: a.varela@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running
2024/25
Pre-requisites
| SLSP2010 |
Sociology and Social Policy Research Methods |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
On completion of this module students will present a dissertation which demonstrates their ability to:
- independently formulate and research a question within the area of crime;
- carry out independent research into a topic in the field of crime;
- show their in depth knowledge and understanding of debates in relation to crime in their chosen topic of enquiry;
- evaluate the debates and/or empirical evidence and methods they have used in the dissertation;
- write an extended piece of work in the field of crime.
Learning outcomes
Students will gain:
- an in depth knowledge directly of literature related to their chosen topic;
- knowledge of research in the area related to their chosen topic;
- practical knowledge of research.
Skills outcomes
This module provides student with the opportunity to practice and develop high level skills in:
- Written and interpersonal communication;
- Organisation and planning an extended piece of work and independent research;
- Personal skills such as problem solving, adaptability and initiative;
- Numeracy and IT and computer literacy.
Syllabus
The content shall be negotiated between the student and their supervisor.
Teaching Methods
| Delivery type |
Number |
Length hours |
Student hours |
| Supervision |
8 |
0.5 |
4 |
| Drop-in Session |
13 |
1 |
13 |
| Lecture |
7 |
1 |
7 |
| Private study hours |
376 |
| Total Contact hours |
24 |
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) |
400 |
Private study
100 hours planning and reading
100 hours independent research
176 hours writing and editing
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Meeting with Supervisor
Methods of Assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type |
Notes |
% of formal assessment |
| Essay or Dissertation |
Dissertation of 10,000-12,000 words |
100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) |
100 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading List
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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