Overview
Section A:
Address the prompt below in 1000 words (+/- 100 words). This question is worth 70% of your overall mark for the exam.
- ‘Criminology has traditionally been interested in the crimes of the disadvantaged because these objectively create the most social harm.’ Critically discuss this statement, drawing from the theories and case studies we have discussed in CRIM10001 this semester.
Section B:
Choose ONE of the four questions below and prepare a written answer in 400 words (+/- 40 words). Your response is worth 30% of your overall mark for the exam.
The question you choose invites you to engage with one or more of the required readings from a specific week of the subject.
- What, ultimately, is the difference between setting disproportionately high executive salaries and directly embezzling money from a company? <- the one im using
You will be assessed according to the following criteria:
- Critical engagement with appropriate subject material and case studies (external research is permitted, but responses that do not engage with any required or recommended readings will be penalised)
- Your demonstrated ability to take a specific position, and a critical perspective, rather than simply summarising and comparing readings
- Your creative conceptualisation in making an original or distinctive argument (a clear argument is essential, but original or distinctive arguments will be graded favourably)
- Demonstrated comprehension of relevant material
- Responding clearly to your chosen question
- Clear and concise writing style and expression
- Appropriate referencing and use of facts/opinions/quotes (please note direct quotes are not required)
- Inclusion of a short bibliography/reference list
Before submitting your responses to the exam questions, you must:
- Address both sections A & B, noting the word limit for each response.
- Indicate the question you are answering by typing the whole question and question number at the top of your work.
- Do not use AI in preparing your responses to the exam questions.
- Double-space your work, use >2cm margins, and use a standard 12-point font.