Problem Solving Consultancy in Criminology

Cod y Modiwl: LC33340
Teitl y Modiwl: Problem Solving Consultancy in Criminology
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 2 Dysgwyd dros 2 semester
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Jen Phipps
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Rhagofynion: CT12220 neu CT22220 neu LC12220 neu LC22220
Anghymharus (Unrhyw Flwyddyn Acad): CT30440 neu CT35040 neu LC30440 neu LC35040
Anghymharus (Unrhyw Flwyddyn Acad): CT22520 neu LC22520
Anghymharus (Unrhyw Flwyddyn Acad): CT33340
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Dr Dakota Ward

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Application to Consultancy Group: Application to secure place in consultancy group (individual) 300 Words	10%
Asesiad Semester	Literature Review: Group literature review 3000 Words	20%
Asesiad Semester	Group report: Written report that briefly outlines the issues and proposes realistic solutions (group grade) 1000 Words	10%
Asesiad Semester	Group Dissemination Activity: Communication of findings in accessible manner to lay-person audience 2000 Words	25%
Asesiad Semester	Reflective Log: Individual reflective log of meetings 2000 Words	20%
Asesiad Semester	Group Oral Presentation: Group oral presentation at student conference 15 Minutes	15%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Literature Review: 1000 Words	20%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Dissemination Activity: Communication of findings in accessible manner to lay-person audience 1000 Words	25%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Report: Written report that briefly outlines the issues and proposes realistic solutions 1000 Words	10%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Application to Consultancy Group: Application to secure place in consultancy group (individual) 300 Words	10%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Reflective Log: Individual reflective log of meetings 2000 Words	20%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Poster Presentation: Individual poster presentation with 1500 written summary to summarise presentation 2500 Words	15%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

Complete an application to a consultancy group, producing a professional summary identifying your key strengths and weaknesses for the role
Critically analyse a real-world criminological problem using relevant theory, research, policy and practice-based contexts
Develop consultancy skills including problem-scoping, research enquiry and analytical reasoning to inform problem-solving
Work effectively in a team to research, plan, design and conduct a small-scale consultancy project(s)
Innovatively produce and communicate evidence-based recommendations for practice and policy
Cultivate reflective and ethical awareness in applied criminological work
Synthesise academic and other evidence based literature relevant to the research project and present the findings to an audience
Work successfully with a named manager and demonstrate effective project management, self-direction and problem-solving skills throughout the project

Disgrifiad cryno

An alternative to a dissertation module, this module gives students the opportunity to undertake a major project operating as consultants on a real-world criminological problem. Working in small groups alongside a member of staff (or research cluster), students will look to overcome a particular issue(s) pertaining to a specific area of criminology (e.g. youth justice, miscarriages of justice, policing, domestic abuse, veterans, mass atrocities, green criminology, heritage crime etc.). This module requires students to evidence collaborative working practices, research skills, problem solving and presentation of findings through non-standard means (e.g. visual, auditory, artistic etc.). The module will enable students who are unsure of an independent research topic, but are keen to develop key transferable experiences associated with such, to immerse themselves into a specific criminological research topic.

Cynnwys

Students will be guided through a problem solving initiative by a supervisor(s) who has nominated a particular area of investigation prior to the start of each academic year. Working collaboratively within each cluster, students will have to gather and analyse evidence, generate evidence-based solutions, and produce a professional consultancy report and presentation on a specific criminological problem as identified. The module blends criminological theory, applied research and real-world problem-solving. It aims to develop practical analytical skills, partnership working and professional communication, preparing students for careers in criminal justice, community safety, policy and applied social research.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Addasrwydd a gwydnwch	Students will need to adapt their approach according to their research on the real-world problems and create dissemination materials which will appeal to a wide audience.
Cydlynu ag erail	This project requires all members of the consultancy team to work closely together, meet up regularly and share out tasks between themselves.
Cyfathrebu proffesiynol	Students will be required to produce reports fit for professional dissemination in the field, and a range of dissemination materials to suit a wide range of audiences including Government and policy makers, practitioners, individuals (including children, where relevant) and the wider public.
Datrys Problemau Creadigol	Students will be expected to apply their criminological knowledge to a real-world problem in order to generate potential solutions.
Gallu digidol	Students will be expected to create a digital portfolio of the work, including digitally designed dissemination materials. They will also be required to present using presentation software at the annual student conference.
Meddwl beirniadol a dadansoddol	Students will need to write a critical literature review and anticipate real-world difficulties relating to the problems/solutions proposed.
Myfyrdod	Students will be required to keep a reflective diary of their collaboration activities.
Sgiliau Pwnc-benodol	Students will need to demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of relevant criminological theories and how they can apply and affect real-world problems/solutions.
Synnwyr byd go iawn	The whole project will need to be demonstrably seated within real-world situations and addressing the real-world issues discovered through the process of the consultancy.

Nodau

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