Study Skills for Criminology
- John Harrison - University of Teesside, Middlesborough
- Mark Simpson - University of Teesside, Middlesborough
- Olwen Harrison - University of Teesside, Middlesborough
- Emma Martin - University of Teesside, Middlesborough
SAGE Study Skills Series
The new edition of this best-selling study skills book is a practical guide to success for individuals at every level of their criminology and criminal justice degree.
Fully revised to reflect changes in the curriculum, the book continues to provide students with practical and relevant information for their degree, including topics on choosing modules, sourcing and researching, applying theory to practice, writing essays, presentation skills, revision, taking exams and careers after your degree.
New to the second edition:
- a chapter on plagiarism
- developments in virtual learning environments and e-resources
- expanded coverage of internet and e-learning skills
- advice on moving from A-level to university.
Maintaining its student-friendly approach and useful pedagogy - tips, activities, glossary, key terms and issues - Study Skills for Criminology is an essential purchase for any student of criminology or criminal justice looking to excel in their degree.
John Harrison, formerly of Teesside University
Mark Simpson is Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Law at Teesside University.
Olwen Harrison, formerly of Teesside University.
Emma Martin is Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Teesside University.
SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills hub for tips, quizzes and videos on study success!
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This second edition builds on an already established excellent first edition. An essential for any student entering higher education and the fact it is tailored to criminology is excellent. My year 1 and 2 students have found this extremely useful this year and it is an essential read on the Study Skills module
A very useful, hands-on guide to studying criminology that will help undergraduate students to make the most of their degree.
This is a fantastic resources to be used by students who are new to a Criminology degree. It will be highly recommended to students during induction onto my criminology degree.
A well written resource for students wanting assistance to improve in their studies.
A highly recommended text for all undergraduate criminology students
Excellent resource I will be recommending this text at open days, applicant days and at induction
This is a must have for students's, who are serious about enhancing their academic abailities, and other key transferable skills in preparation for career development pathways and career rediness.
This book is an essential part of my teaching during the Academic and Professional Development module. It gives clear and easy to understand information to both tutors and students regarding important study skills techniques. I will be recommending this text to students and hoping my college's LRC will invest in several copies.
Excellent. Good relevant content. Easy to use. User-friendly.
- a new chapter on plagiarism
- coverage of developments in virtual learning environments and e-resources
- expanded coverage of internet and e-learning skills
- help with the move from A-level to university and the varying levels within a student's degree
