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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2005/2006
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Archived VersionThe Degree Regulations and Programmes of Study has been formulated as a dynamic online publication in order to provide the most up to date information possible. Master versions of the Degree Regulations and Programmes of Study incorporating all changes to date are archived twice a year on 1 September and within the first three University working days prior to the start of Semester 2 in January. Please note that some of the data recorded about this course has been amended since the last master version was archived. That version should be consulted to determine the changes made. Punishment and Society 1 (U02755)? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : LAW-3-U02755 The aim of the course is to introduce students to key features of penal systems in Scotland and in England and Wales (and elsewhere, where relevant). Entry Requirementsnone Subject AreasHome subject areaDelivery Information? Normal year taken : 3rd year ? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2) ? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks All of the following classes
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students should be able to: identify and discuss the main penal sanctions available in Scotland and in England & Wales; explain the workings of these sanctions and analyse their rationales; and summarise research evidence as to these sanctions' effectiveness and effects.
Assessment Information
One essay of no more than 5,000 words [13 pages].
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Mrs Alexandra Bedetti Course Organiser Dr Richard Jones Course Website : http://www.law.ed.ac.uk/courses/viewcourse.asp?ref=44 School Website : http://www.law.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.hss.ed.ac.uk/ |
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