CMY2606
Assignment 1 Semester 2 2024
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 781149
Due Date: 12 August 2024
SECTION A
INTRODUCTION
Criminology, as a scientific research-driven discipline, plays a crucial role in understanding and
addressing crime within society. South African criminologists contribute significantly to various
fields such as courts, correction services, policing, restorative justice, child justice, the business
sector, and the health sector (Hesselink, 2013). The purpose of criminological research extends
beyond mere understanding, aiming to develop theories, models, and strategies to mitigate
crime. This essay delves into the goals of research in criminological sciences, exploring
descriptive, exploratory, explanatory, and evaluation research.
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