Good research starts with careful planning and a thorough understanding of the research process. The ability to design a research study and to evaluate those conducted by others are core skills every student of criminology must learn. Guiding students from theoretical considerations through the steps of the research process, this book inspires students to conduct criminological research and equips them with the necessary tools to undertake carry out a successful, ethical study.
New to this edition:

A new skills-focused chapter on how to evaluate existing qualitative studies and design new ones
Rich examples from real research making the ideas and concepts concrete
New in-depth case studies on fashion counterfeiting, electronic monitoring and youth justice to illustrate the realities of conducting qualitative research
A full discussion of the politics of research, issues of access, ethics and managing risk in the field
Thought-provoking exercises reinforce practical research skills

This book is the perfect guide to theory and practice for any student undertaking qualitative research on crime or criminal justice.