Applied Criminology

Course summary

The course is split into four topic areas: 1. Changing Awareness of Crime Planning a campaign for change relating to crime 2. Criminological Theories • Biological theories of criminality • Individualistic theories of criminality • Sociological theories of criminality 3. Crime Scene to Courtroom Develop the understanding and skills needed to examine information in order to review the justice of verdicts in criminal cases 4. Crime and Punishment • Process of law making • Criminal justice system in England and Wales • Aims of punishment • Role of agencies in social control