Security and Crime Science (2022)
Crime Science uses evidence-based information together with scientific approaches and methods to reduce crime and threats to security. Security and Crime Science is a multidisciplinary subject and draws upon such subjects as Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Political Studies, Population Studies, Psychology and Statistics.
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Prescriptions for the PGDip(SCS) and MSCS[1]
To complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Security and Crime Science (SCS), students will need to complete 120 points at 500 level consisting of the papers prescribed for the 180 point Master of Security and Crime Science (MSCS) with the exception of the 60 point dissertation.
Unless a student is approved to take CRSCI594, the compulsory papers for the MSCS degree are CRSCI501, CRSCI502, IRSST505, MAORI518, PSYCH544 and the 60 point dissertation CRSCI592.
Students enrolled in a 180 point MSCS will take the compulsory papers and another 45 points of papers from those prescribed in the Security and Crime Science Catalogue of Papers subject entry.
Depending on previous study, students who have an honours degree or a postgraduate diploma may be given a waiver on 15 points of the compulsory taught papers required for the MSCS.
[1] The PGDip(SCS) and MSCS will not be offered in 2022.
Prescriptions for the PhD
The Doctor of Philosophy is a three year research-based degree in which students undertake a programme of approved and supervised research that leads to a thesis which critically investigates an approved topic of substance and significance, demonstrates expertise in the methods of research and scholarship, displays intellectual independence and makes a substantial original contribution to the subject area concerned, and is of publishable quality.
500 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location COMPX502 Cryptography 15.0 22B (Hamilton) An introduction to cryptographic methods. COMPX518 Cyber Security 15.0 22A (Hamilton) This paper introduces the key topics in the important field of cyber security. It will cover various aspects of defensive, offensive and preventative security. Selective topics from a wide range, such as security vulnerabilities, secure software, intrusion detection and prevention, cryptography, applied cryptography, authentication... COMPX521 Machine Learning Algorithms 15.0 22A (Hamilton) This paper exposes students to selected machine learning algorithms and includes assignments that require the implementation of these algorithms. COMPX532 Information Visualisation 15.0 22A (Online) This paper aims to provide an awareness of the potential offered by information visualisation techniques, a familiarity with the underlying concepts, and an understanding and ability to effectively design and apply information visualisations in a given context. CRSCI501 Foundations of Security and Crime Science 1 15.0 No occurrences This paper introduces key theories and analytical techniques that support security and crime responses by police, government departments, and industry. CRSCI502 Foundations of Security and Crime Science 2 15.0 No occurrences This paper enables the practical application of Security and Crime Science theories within an operational context by police, Government departments, and industry. CRSCI592 Dissertation 60.0 22X (Hamilton) Students undertake a research dissertation in the subject area of Security and Crime Science. CRSCI594 Security and Crime Science Thesis 120.0 22X (Hamilton) This is a research project in the area of Security and Crime Science. The research work will be written up in a thesis. GEOGY538 Automated Spatial Analysis using Geographic Information Systems 15.0 22X (Block) Automated GIS, using programming or scripts, are extremely powerful compared to the 'point and click' environment, and are the most practical method for the spatial analysis of large data sets. GIS professionals are expected have the skills to write their own scripts, as well as execute and manipulate existing scripts. In this pape... GEOGY558 Applied Geographic Information Systems for Research and Planning 15.0 22A (Hamilton) GIS is used widely in a range of industries and government agencies, and graduates competent in GIS are sort after for employment. This paper is designed as an introduction to GIS for graduate students and is co-taught with GEOGY328. It covers all aspects of GIS analysis, including remote sensing and model building. ArcGIS Pro is u... IRSST507 Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare 15.0 22B (Online) This course examines the political, strategic, legal and economic debates around cyber security and cyber warfare. Particular emphasis is placed on how militaries, national security agencies, and law enforcement are adapting to online threats and incorporating cyber in their strategic planning. PSYCH580 The Psychology of Criminal Conduct 15.0 22B (Hamilton) Over recent years correctional psychology has been developing into a specialised discipline with strong career paths for clinicians and researchers. This paper is designed to introduce individuals to the theory and practice of psychology applied to the analysis, prevention, assessment, and treatment of criminal behaviour. 900 Level
Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location CRSCI900 Security and Crime Science PhD Thesis 120.0 22I (Hamilton), 22J (Hamilton), 22K (Hamilton), 22X (Hamilton) & 22X (Tauranga) No description available.
2022 Catalogue of Papers information current as of : 22 September 2023 8:09pm