Appropriately equipped lecture room equipped with facilities for PowerPoint, and other visual presentations including computer, DVD generated images, and whiteboard
Module handbook access to library and to computers with internet access.

In this module students will study a serious historical crime. Information regarding the incident will be given to them during an ongoing study, with the opportunity for participants to assess and evaluate the roles and disciplines involved. In groups they will be allowed to steer their own investigation, explaining their rationale for their actions, and giving regular updates, in the form of written work and oral presentation, to both their tutors and peers. Further information pivotal to the investigation will be supplied to the students on a regular basis, allowing knowledgeable and appropriate decisions to be made.

The importance and function of all members of an investigation team will become apparent, giving a vital insight in to the work of many departments involved in a high profile Police enquiry.

Significant use of Internet and references provided in class...

Soothill, Francis, Ackerley, and Fligelstone (2002)
Murder and Serious Sexual Assault: What criminal histories can reveal about future serious offending
Home Office publications

Centrex & ACPO (2005) Practice Advice on Core Investigative Doctrine
Home Office publications

ACPO 2001 Investigation of Volume Crime Manual
Home Office publications

Interactive lectures and group discussions (12 x 2 hours) will explain and focus investigative techniques, all work carried out by the students will attract regular group feedback during these sessions. Students will be required to explain the rationale of their decision making, and through regular discussion and feedback, will produce group reports both written and verbal.

End of module Portfolio to include an individually prepared document (100%) which must contain a personal reflective summary account of the investigation in its entirety
(Word count 1800)

Additional Assessment Details:
Formative Assessment:
Ongoing formative activities carried out after weeks 3, 6, and 9, to provide feedback towards the end of module Portfolio submission. Students will be encouraged to submit drafts of their work for formative feedback. .