Restorative Justice (913M3)
Restorative Justice: Domestic and International Approaches
Module 913M3
Module details for 2023/24.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This option will provide scope for students to explore contemporary restorative justice developments in the United Kingdom and internationally. The module starts by examining restorative justice theory and explores how its principles have been put into practice within the UK and in other countries. Students will then examine the relationship between restorative justice and the state as well as the importance of the concept of "community" in assessing whether restorative practices can repair harm. Students will also look at whether restorative justice can be used in "difficult" cases including domestic violence, hate crime, and even homicide. Finally, the module explores the use of restorative justice in countries where mass human rights violations have been committed - including genocide. Examples such as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in South Africa and the Gacaca courts in Rwanda are just some of the examples of how restorative principles might be used to help repair the harms of the most serious of all crimes.
Module learning outcomes
Be able to critically analyse the main principles of restorative justice theory
Demonstrate detailed knowledge of the relationship between the state and restorative justice
Critically evaluate the concept of community in relation to restorative theory and practice
Understand the complexities involved in implementing restorative justice in difficult cases
Demonstrate knowledge of the use of restorative justice in a global context
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (5000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111111110 |
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Prof Mark Walters
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