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Course description

Discover the major theoretical concepts in criminology through an interdisciplinary approach to the study of crime, criminals and criminality. You will become familiar with the jargon and terms used in criminology and historical factors leading to the development of current criminological theories.

Learner outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to

  • identify and define fundamental concepts and terminology used in criminology. 
  • demonstrate a preliminary understanding of the fundamental principles and the main approaches and theories used in the discipline of criminology. 
  • integrate and apply theory to understanding crime and victimization. 
  • develop an appreciation for an integrated interdisciplinary approach to criminology and the historical factors in the development of criminology. 
  • examine and analyze, at a beginner's level, current events, the media's representation of crime, and the theoretical explanations of crime. 

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Thank you for your interest in our programming. There are no sections of this course currently scheduled; however, we update our schedules regularly. 

  • New spring and summer schedules can be viewed starting the first Monday in March. 
  • New winter schedules can be viewed starting the first Monday in November.
  • New fall schedules can be viewed starting the first Monday in June.

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