CRI4003 Becoming a Criminologist Coursework Assignment 2026/27 | Arden University
CRI4003 Becoming a Criminologist – Coursework (Personal Reflection)
| University | Arden University |
| Module | CRI4003 Becoming a Criminologist |
| Assignment | Coursework (Personal Reflection) |
| Format | Mini report (.docx) or narrated video presentation (.pptx) |
| Word/time limit | 2,000 words or 8–12 minutes |
| Weighting | 100% of the module grade |
| Submission | See the module iLearn page; provisional grade normally within 20 working days |
This first-year criminology assessment asks students to picture themselves in a criminal justice career once they graduate, such as a probation officer, police officer or youth justice worker, and to reflect on that journey through theory, motivation and professional skills.
Task Summary
Choose a role within a Criminal Justice Agency and imagine yourself in that position once you have completed your studies. To celebrate your achievement, reflect upon your journey by sharing the following information:
- What inspired you to study criminology?
- What is your favourite criminological theory, and why?
- How do you apply your theoretical knowledge to your professional role?
- What skills do you need to have and develop to be successful in your role?
Assignment Instructions
- Both formats carry equal weighting and are marked on how you answer the question, the sources used, and the quality of the presentation of the work.
- Mini report: imagine the work will be submitted to your boss for their consideration; it must be of the highest quality.
- Presentation: imagine it will be presented to people within your organisation; guidance on narrated PowerPoint videos is given on iLearn and in sessions, and a transcript must be created and submitted.
- Either format must be easy to understand, reflective and informative, with links to theory, and backed up with citations and references.
- Produce either a 2,000-word mini report or an 8–12 minute narrated video presentation.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate academic skills appropriate for studying in a higher education setting.
- Identify personal qualities and transferable skills necessary for employability and lifelong learning.
- Demonstrate an understanding of criminological theory.
- Identify, retrieve, process, and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
- Identify and use appropriate digital applications for given purposes and tasks (GA 1 Digitally literate).
Work is graded against a marking matrix available on the submission portal.