UO Victimology

Course aim

This course aims to develop students’ knowledge of the prevalence and impact of victimisation, and responses (of offenders, the criminal justice system and society more broadly) to victims of crime.

Course content

Students will examine the the historical origins and modern developments of victimology, victimisation rates, victims’ rights, relevant legislation and societal definitions to critically analyse responses to victims of crime from Australian and International perspectives. 

Students will apply their knowledge to model good practice responses to the impact of crime and criminal justice processes on victims.

Textbooks

Wilson, D & Ross, S (eds) 2015, Crime, Victims and Policy: International Contexts, Local Experiences, 1st Edition, Palgrave Macmillan, Basingstoke

Prerequisites

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching Method

Component	Duration
EXTERNAL, ONLINE ACTIVITY
Online	N/A x 10 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Case study, Reflection

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation