Criminology & Sociology Internship Pt 1 (CRIM90030)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is designed to provide students with hands-on professional writing and research experience in the context of the everyday operations of a social/criminal justice or community-based agency. The internship takes place over two semesters and constitutes a structured and supervised student research consultancy rather than work experience. It provides students with the opportunity to employ formal research skills such as reviewing literature, collecting and analysing data and writing reports or portfolios. It also enables students to appreciate the relationship between criminological or sociological theory and practice, explore the criminological and sociological significance of social categories (such as gender or ethnicity), enhance skills of listening, observation, and cooperation and form relevant professional contacts.
If primary research is carried out during the internship, ethics approval is the responsibility of the host organisation.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should have:
- an advanced understanding of the relevant knowledge base in the specialist area of the placement agency;
- the ability to evaluate and synthesize the research and professional literature in this specialist area;
- a developed understanding of skills needed to negotiate a research project or portfolio work in a professional context; and
- a developing appreciation of how to operate professionally in the workplace (eg. improve one's employability and communication skills).
Generic skills
On successful completion of this subject, students should have:
- an advanced understanding of the relevant knowledge base in the specialist area;
- the ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature in the specialist area;
- well-developed problem-solving skills in the specialist area;
- significant capacity to articulate knowledge and understanding in oral and written presentations; and
- a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues in contemporary society.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Information provided on this Handbook page applies to Part 1 and Part 2 of the subject (CRIM90030 and CRIM90031).
The selection process for this subject for Master of Criminology students includes consideration of academic performance.
All Master of Criminology Internship students need to have a GPA of at least 75, and be in their final 100 points of the degree in the semester they intend to enrol.
Students are required to apply for permission to enrol into this subject prior to commencement of the internship. Students should make this application via the online application form:
Application Form
Applications will be reviewed in three rounds:
Round 1 (Summer and Semester 1 availability): closing 31 October
Round 2 (Semester 1 availability): closing 31 January
Round 3 (Semester 2 availability): closing 31 May
Students will receive outcomes within two weeks of the closing date for the relevant round. For further information including FAQS on the Application and Selection Process see:
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRIM90006 | Criminology and Sociology Internship | No longer available |
Recommended background knowledge
Criminology at Undergraduate level.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Students undertaking an internship with a host agency may be required to satisfy a number of requirements, including:
- undergoing a recent National Police Record Check
- holding a valid Working with Children Check for the relevant state/territory
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
A research report or portfolio due at the end of the second semester of study
| end of the second semester of study | 80% |
A reflective essay due at the end of the second semester of study
| end of the second semester of study | 20% |
| Hurdle requirement: A mid-semester progress report, a supervisor's assessment report, and a 15-minute oral presentation (scheduled in the second semester of study) will constitute the hurdle requirements for this subject. Seminar attendance is compulsory for all classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Please note: This assessment statement applies to the entire enrolment across parts 1 and 2 of the subject (i.e. CRIM90030 and CRIM90031 together).
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Ali Reza Yunespour Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Four 2-hour seminars are scheduled in Semester 1. Internship hours to be determined in consultation with the host organisation and program staff. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Ali Reza Yunespour Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours A full day seminar is scheduled in Semester 2. Internship hours to be determined in consultation with the host organisation and program staff. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours total - inclusive of two semesters (thesis Part 1 and Part 2)
Additional delivery details
This subject continues over two consecutive study periods, with students first enrolling in CRIM90030 Criminology & Sociology Internship Part 1 and then subsequently enrolling in CRIM90031 Criminology & Sociology Internship Part 2, for a total enrolment of 25 credit points. Students will receive an overall result for the subject following completion of the two-subject sequence.
Please note:
- Information provided on this page applies to Part 1 and Part 2 of the subject (CRIM90028 and CRIM90029).
- Permission from the internship coordinator is required.
- The selection process for this subject for Master of Criminology students includes consideration of academic performance.
- All Master of Criminology Internship students need to have a GPA of at least 75, and be in their final 100 points of the degree in the semester they intend to enrol.
- Students will be notified about the outcome of their application after the release of the results of the semester preceding their internship semester or upon admission in the Honours program.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
This subject continues over two consecutive study periods, with students first enrolling in CRIM90030 Criminology & Sociology Internship Part 1 and then subsequently enrolling in CRIM90031 Criminology & Sociology Internship Part 2, for a total enrolment of 25 credit points. Students will receive an overall result for the subject following completion of the two-subject sequence.
- Off-campus study
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Specialisation (formal) Criminology Specialisation (formal) Criminology Specialisation (formal) Socio-Legal Studies Specialisation (formal) Criminology Specialisation (formal) Sociology - Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 3 November 2022