Why
is there no universally agreed upon definition of both TOC and Terrorism?
Critically assess the key challenges in defining both terrorism and
transnational organised crime. Your answer must refer to relevant academic
literature.
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General
criteria:
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Understand legislation, academic research/theory and core
principles related to investigating serious crime, terrorism, and transnational
organised crime (TOC)
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Demonstrate accurate knowledge and understanding.
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Content is relevant and clearly addresses the question
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Theory and evidence are clearly linked
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Recognise ambiguity and deal with uncertainty in theory and
practice
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Appropriate evidence is cited and used correctly to substantiate
arguments (i.e. peer reviewed evidence
or legislation where appropriate)
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Analytical ability and critical evaluation as appropriate for
level 6 are demonstrated
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Communicate complex concepts and principles in a clear, structured
manner
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Good coverage of relevant information
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Good use of grammar, spelling and language conventions
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Good Academic Integrity: Citation and References are correctly
presented in Harvard format
Academic
essay (in addition to the above general criteria):
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Research, analyse and critically evaluate relevant academic
research and evidence
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Produce a synthesis of relevant academic and where appropriate
operational issues
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Evaluate and compare relevant academic arguments and express
sustainable views and judgements
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Present a reasoned choice between alternative solutions and
demonstrate appropriate critical judgement of the merits of arguments
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Evaluate and articulate opinions based on academic arguments.
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Good analytical ability and critical evaluation are clearly
demonstrated