+1 862 207 3288 Restorative Justice: Who has the right to punish? Does restorative justice facilitate this right, or is it a true alternative to punishment?
What are the criticisms of its capacity to fulfill the requirements of justice?
The research exercise (1200 words MAX.) is an opportunity for students to undertake independent research with a focus on a particular area of
law or correctional practice or penal setting. Students will develop and enhance their writing and analytical skills while gaining an
appreciation of how social and political factors influence laws and practices around punishment.
Introduction and background – (200* words) Very concisely state your research question. Set the scene; give some background information about
the topic and explain the current debate. This is to introduce and explain relevant theoretical concepts so as to contextualize your
contribution to the argument. Give just a hint at what you found out and what your findings mean so as to alert your reader to what follows.
(Do all this concisely so as to not risk repetition).
Findings & Discussion – (750* words) Organise your concepts and findings in a logical sequence to present an argument for how best to
understand the situation. What interpretations and judgement s have you made and how are these supported? Use short informative subheadings
if desired (but not if this risks disturbing the flow of your argument and discussion).
Implications & Recommendations – (250* words) what is the significance of your findings and your discussion? What suggestions can be drawn
from your argument?
The length of these sections might be adjusted to suit.
