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Core Module Information
Module title: Comparative & International Criminology
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: SSC10107
Module leader: Katrina Morrison
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Social Science
Prerequisites

Requisites: Pre-requisite: [Module SSC08106] Criminological Theory
Description of module content:

The difference between comparative and international criminology; the advantages and difficulties of comparative criminology; crime and control across a number of different jurisdictions including Scandinavia, Anglo-America, and Southern Europe; transnational crime including people trafficking, organised crime, the drugs and arms trade, global terrorism and cyber crime; transnational policing and control.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Analyse levels and types of criminalised harms in a number of key jurisdictions.

LO2: Analyse the different responses (political, institutional, cultural) to crime in different jurisdictions.

LO3: Appreciate the cultural, social and political factors which contribute to global penal variation.

LO4: Critically reflect on the forms of crime and social harms that require a transnational focus, and the role of global developments in contributing to these.

LO5: Evaluate the policy, practice and harms of transnational agencies of crime control.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 1, BLENDED,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: BLENDED
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Katrina Morrison
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 Weekly lectures will be in-person on campus, but also recorded live for those who wish to have a recording afterwards. The lecture recording will include subtitles/close-captioning. Slides will be made available on Moodle in advance of each lecture. The lectures will be provided by the lecturer and will explore the weekly topic in depth.
Online Guided independent study 170 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to complete your essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely around the topics you are studying and engage in Moodle activities and resources. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessment tasks.
Face To Face Tutorial 10 The weekly group tutorial will provide you with the opportunity to engage in group and peer learning activities to foster understanding of the week's topic. This is intended to support everyone in the tutorial to learn from each other, fostering an assessment for learning approach.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Reflective Log 25 1~2~3 Week 6 , WORDS= 1000 words Submit a single document including: * 2–3 examples of your work or thinking from topics 1-5 of the module. * A reflection explaining how your understanding developed. * A short statement of your current strengths and uncertainties. You will be expected to discuss this in your oral assessment.
Oral Presentation 75 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 20 mins total You will be asked to give a 15 minute presentation and answer questions for 5 minutes. Your presentation will explore one topic from the module in depth. You will also be asked to: *Explain key concepts from the module in your own words *Apply your knowledge to new or unfamiliar scenarios *Respond to follow-up questions that explore your reasoning *Reflect on your learning.Process Portfolio Additional guidance will provided throughout the module
Component 1 subtotal: 25
Component 2 subtotal: 75
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
SSC10107 Comparative and International Criminology
 

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