Question 1
Read the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime 2024. The document is available at https://documents.un.org/doc/undoc/gen/n24/426/74/pdf/n2442674.pdf
The Convention’s nine chapters provide a comprehensive approach to prevent and combat the global problem of cybercrime while including human rights safeguards. The Convention resolves technical and legal challenges by adjusting traditional means and methods of criminal investigations to the information and communication technology environment and by strengthening international cooperation. Please refer to pages 36-37 of the convention for the preventive measures.
Crafting Interview Questions (Individual Component)
Watch the Crimewatch episode about an internet love scam and money mule offences using the following link.
Assume the role of an investigative police officer tasked with interviewing a victim(s). Design TEN (10) interview questions for the victim(s). These questions should differ from those already asked in the video. After listing your questions, provide a rationale for your overall approach. Justify your choice of questions using relevant academic or theoretical perspectives. The justifications should address the full set of questions collectively, rather than explaining each question individually. The word count for this task is 400–500 words.
(20 marks)
Question 2
Essay (Group Component)
Differentiate cybercrime from other types of transnational crime, focusing on the 3Ps framework, which includes the primary offence, the preservation of crime, and the proceeds. Thereafter, assess three strategies that the Singapore government has implemented to curb cybercrime, with particular emphasis on measures to prevent scams.
Please ensure that your analysis is supported by evidence drawn from credible and legitimate sources, such as government reports, academic literature, and other relevant secondary research.
(70 marks)
Writing and Structure:
- Arranged in a tidy, logical, and cohesive way so that the reader can easily find the key points.
- Writing is clear and fluent, featuring nearly no errors in spelling, grammar, or sentence/paragraph structure.
- All sources are cited accurately and clearly.