Law

Criminology

Module code: M5022
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Lecture, Workshop
Assessment modes: Coursework, Essay

This module examines the main approaches to criminological theory and practice from the mid-19th century to the present, with an emphasis on contemporary work.

The aim is to assess the relevance of these approaches to current debates about:

  • youth crime
  • drug abuse
  • defensible space and CCTV
  • representation of crime in the media
  • environmental crime
  • corporate crime and corruption
  • gangs
  • terrorism and related topics.

Module learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate critically the major schools of criminological thought.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of the social, political, cultural and philosophical context of criminological thought.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of the relationship between criminological thought and criminal justice policy.
  • Have undertaken independent study of a criminological issue.