CRIM 20100 - Causes Of Crime

This course examines the causes of crime through an analysis of sociological, psychological, biological, economic and other theories of crime and the practice of criminal justice. Focus is upon the nature and importance of theory, context of theoretical developments, methods for the critical analysis of theoretical developments, and policy implications of the varying perspectives considered.

Preparation for Course
P: CRIM 10100 with grade of C- or better.

Cr. 3.