Mark Tsagas
Lecturer
Criminal Law
Department of Law & Criminology , Royal Docks School Of Business And Law
"ἓν οἶδα ὅτι οὐδὲν οἶδα"; a simple philosophical statement that denotes that in the grand scheme of things, despite our existing advanced level of knowledge, we in fact know only a fraction of what exists. A sentiment that defines my teaching and research career, I remain vigilant and seek to constantly evolve general pedagogical practices in addition to my own expertise, in a wide variety of disciplines.
Qualifications
- LLB (Hons) Law
- Legal Practice Course (LPC)
- PGCert
- PhD Candidate
Areas Of Interest
- Criminal Law with expertise in DV & SA, Cybercrime
- Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and Law
- Legal Ethics
- Legal Theory and Legislative Reform
- Restorative Justice
- Equity & Trusts
OVERVIEW
My previous employment with Restorative Justice NGOs and Law Firms, as well as my present occupation with the University of East London, including my ongoing Doctoral Studies on the topic of Cybercrime, have all provided me with a unique perspective on effective education and the need to instil students with appropriate mental wealth. Yet, I remain steadfast in my appreciation that 'University' is not just a place to learn dry facts. It is an environment that encourages positive growth, for the mind, as well as for the spirit.
CURRENT RESEARCH
Research and impact
The principle focus of my current research, in addition to that of my thesis, is the influence that Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is going to have on a variety of industries. Although the technology has been utilised for a number of years already, the fact that it has fast-tracked itself to the forefront of public consciousness has subsequently generated a variety of myths as to its capabilities and fears about possible resulting side effects. Through a critical review and analysis of the technology, current regulations or lack thereof, as well as legal, ethical and philosophical standpoints, my overview aims to inform existing debates with the hope of guiding them towards fruitful, realistic, pragmatic and ethical resolutions.
Most recent research
- AI could change how we obtain legal advice but those without access to the technology could be left out in the cold
- Legal system in crisis tougher sentences and extended police powers alone are not effective counter-measures to combat crime
- AI is already being melded with robotics one outcome could be powerful new weapons
Research centre/s
- Centre of Justice Law and Society
TEACHING
BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
Study criminology at UEL and investigate the nature of crime and criminality and crime in contemporary societies. Analyse society's response through the criminal justice system.
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LLB (Hons) Law
The University of East London's LLB (Hons) Law course is a qualifying law degree, forming an essential part of the training you need to become a barrister or a solicitor.
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LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology
Discover our Law with Criminology degree, combining legal studies with an in-depth understanding of crime.
Read morePublications
The last four years of publications can be viewed below.
Full publications list
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- Does Silence have a place in Higher Education? Exploring the effectiveness of positive silence as an instrument of pedagogy. Research in Teacher Education. 14 (1), pp. 25-30
- Emerging Scathed: A Critical Analysis of Current Approaches to Domestic Violence – Fusing Punitive & Restorative Solutions Crossing Conceptual Boundaries. 12 (1), pp. 108-118. https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.8v204