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Domestic and Family Violence
UndergraduateUNE-SOCY3062027
Course information for 2027 intake
Domestic and family violence has gendered patterns and varied impacts. Consider experiences, risk and justice responses to build a more critical understanding of this complex form of harm.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Enrol by
- 20 June 2027
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 16 weeks
- Start dates
- 21 June 2027
- Price from
- $2,553
- Upfront cost
- $0
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Domestic and Family Violence
About this subject
Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- identify and analyse the impact of domestic and family violence on victims, carers and the community;
- explain patterns and experiences of domestic and family violence perpetration and victimisation;
- identify key theories and theorists on domestic and family violence, and their strengths and limitations;
- identify and critically analyse policy responses and make recommendations; and
- communicate clearly and coherently in written and/or oral forms.
- Topics will be available to enrolled students in the subjects Learning Management System site approximately one week prior to the commencement of the teaching period.
This subject offers an overview of the nature and extent of domestic and family violence (DFV), with a focus on Australia. DFV is an enduring social and public health issue of endemic proportions and global scale, with multiple and lasting consequences for those directly affected.
You will explore the gendered nature of DFV and its influence across age, gender, sexual orientation and cultural background. Drawing on international and Australian research, including latest governmental reports as well as historical and contemporary theoretical explanations, this subject highlights examples of good practice and holistic responses, including implications for service delivery. You will also examine practice issues and the impacts on those with lived experience.
This subject is designed for those interested in understanding the history and impacts of DFV, preparing for or strengthening roles in the field, or fostering systemic change.
Assessment 1: Written Task. 750 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 5;
Assessment 2: Written Task. 1500 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3, 5.
Assessment 3 - Assurance Task: Scenario Response. Includes written task and ten-minute (approx.) interview. 2500 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-5;
Students must obtain at least 50% in the Assurance Task (and at least 50% overall) to receive a pass or better in the unit.- Assessment 1: Written Task (15%)
- Assessment 2: Written Task (30%)
- Assessment 3 - Assurance Task: Scenario Response (55%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- UNE-CRM-DEG-2027 - Bachelor of Criminology
Others
Candidature in Bachelor of Criminology.
Must have completed 12 credit points prior to enrolling in this subject.
Additional requirements
- Equipment requirements - Headphones or speakers (required to listen to lectures and other media). Headset, including microphone (highly recommended). Webcam (may be required for participation in virtual classrooms and/or media presentations).
- Software requirements - It is essential for students to have reliable internet access in order to participate in and complete your units, regardless of whether they contain an on campus attendance or intensive school component. For additional information please visit UNE Hardware Requirements: https://www.une.edu.au/current-students/support/it-services/hardware
- Other requirements -
Textbook requirements:
Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period.
Students are expected to purchase prescribed material.
Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
UndergraduateUNE-CRM-DEG