DPSY7211

Psychology and criminal law ( points)

(MED)

Leader: Professor James Ogloff

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit students should: 1. understand the various theories of crime and criminal behaviour; 2. be familiar with relevant legal definitions: 3. be familiar with the specific issues on which the forensic psychologist might be called as an expert in criminal cases; 4. be familiar with current research on specific groups of offenders; 5. be familar with the various sentencing options and their impact; 6. understand how to amend, where necessary; 7. be able to apply their skills in clinical assessment and intervention to incarcerated and out-patient offenders

Assessment: hour multichoice/short answer written examination (50%); seminar presentation with written summary (50%); log book documenting observation practical work (hurdle requirement).