Criminology & Criminal Justice MSc/PgDip
Punishment and In/justice SOCIO5019
- Academic Session: 2023-24
- School: School of Social and Political Sciences
- Credits: 20
- Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
- Typically Offered: Semester 1
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
Short Description
N/A
Timetable
10 x two hour sessions in semester 1
Excluded Courses
None
Co-requisites
None
Assessment
1 x 1,500 word mid-term essay (30%) and 1 x 3,500 word end-of-course essay (70%)
Course Aims
To outline key concepts and perspectives in the philosophy and sociology of punishment
To assess relationships between punishment, justice and injustice, in particular examining the role of punishment in reflecting, constituting and/or addressing social inequalities
To explore global and international developments in penal systems and practice.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this programme students will be able to:
To critically assess justifications of punishment and arguments for penal abolition/alternatives
To explain the evolution of contemporary penal systems and practices
To identify topical issues (in particular related to punishment and inequality) and evaluate them, including through the use of comparative analysis
To contribute effectively to public debate and punishment
Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits
Completion of 1 x 1,500 word mid-term essay (30%) and 1 x 3,500 word end-of-course essay (70%).