Study Skills for Criminology

John Harrison author Emma Martin author Mark Simpson author Olwen Harrison author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd

Published:16th Dec '11

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Study Skills for Criminology cover

The new edition of this best-selling study skills book provides a practical guide for success for individuals at every level of their criminology and criminal justice degree.

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!

This is not just another ′how to study′ book. This is about how to make the most of your studies and be ready in the workplace: how to make the investment pay off.′
Dr Francis Pakes, Portsmouth University

The book contains no shortage of good advice on studying at university and adopts a practical approach to graduate skills and employment preparedness. A sound investment for new students.
-Dr Pamela Davies, Northumbria University

ISBN: 9781849207942

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 370g

208 pages

2nd Revised edition