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1
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Define the term ‘forensic psychology’

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2
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Explain the benefits of the Researcher-Practitioner model and its importance to forensic psychology

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3
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Broadly describe the major components of forensic psychology and their applicability to criminal justice

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4
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Articulate some of the key tensions between psychology and law

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5
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Be aware of what role Forensic Psychologists/criminal psychologists play in the legal arena

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6
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Know the different ways crime is viewed & defined (eg. Legal perspective, human rights, social harms)

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7
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Know what is meant by the term ‘crime is socially constructed’

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Be aware of the different ways in which crime is measured in our society and be familiar with each strategy’s pros and cons

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Be familiar with the extent of crime and criminality in society

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10
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Understand moral panics

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Be familiar with the fear of crime paradox

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