
A new stack of criminology books
Congratulations to the Institute of Criminology who are celebrating the publication of five books over the last few months.
The School of Social and Cultural Studies brings together the teaching, research and scholarship strengths of Criminology, Cultural Anthropology, Religious Studies, Social Policy and Sociology.
You’ll study the current analyses of how societies and cultures are formed, how they are governed, how they break down and how we might envisage new and viable future social and cultural systems.
"I can honestly say that I use my Anthropology degree every day at MBIE and I've also been working in the COVID-19 response team", says graduate Hayley Aikman.
Being a tutor is a great opportunity for students whilst they are studying at University. It is a wonderful way to become part of the School community.
Associate Professor Fiona Hutton (School of Social and Cultural Studies) is interviewed by Stuff about the narrow margin in the cannabis referendum.
Since graduating with a degree in Criminology, I have also worked at the Court of Appeal, the National Intelligence Centre (New Zealand Police) and the Independent Police Conduct Authority.
Read more about Kymberley Jack"Sociology offers a good foundation for policy work and the skills I developed are transferable. Policy work is meaningful and a great transition from university to the workforce" says Bex Kidson
Read more about BexHaving a degree in Sociology showed my employer that I could grasp complex concepts, meet deadlines and articulate myself clearly with logic and reasoned argument.
Read more about Hamish
Congratulations to the Institute of Criminology who are celebrating the publication of five books over the last few months.
New Zealand's rules for assisted reproduction need to be re-assessed in light of Covid-19 closing down international travel and access to options overseas, writes Rhonda Shaw from the School of Social and Cultural Studies
Justice reinvestment redirects spending on criminal justice into social justice initiatives that strengthen communities and reduce social harms. Criminology professor Elizabeth Stanley explains why it could be game-changing.