The course is designed to provide an understanding of the different perspectives and theories related to the study of crime and criminal offenders. Special emphasis will be placed on integrating modern theories with practical application in the criminal justice process.
Crime is viewed as a social dilemma which effects our beliefs, life styles and society in general.
This course will provide an in-depth analysis of how theories developed, their impact on the criminal justice system, and their interpretation of why people commit crime. Theoretical Criminology 4 th Edition, by George B. Vold, Thomas J. Bernard and Jeffrey B. Snipes. Published by Oxford University Press. The course will consist of prepared lectures from the text and other sources. Areas to be included are the history of criminal theories, as well as the roles and functions of the various key criminologist in the development theoretical concepts.