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Justice Studies
Description: This course explores the classical and contemporary theories of crime from sociological, biological, political, psychological, and economic perspectives. Course material will focus on the historical development of the theories, their major assumptions and propositions, as well as their relevance for addressing contemporary criminal justice policy and practice. Co-convened with JUS 436. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2024 Summer 2024 Fall 2024
Prerequisite: Graduate Status
Justice Studies
Term : Spring 2024
Catalog Year : 2023-2024
JUS 510 - Theories Of Criminality In Justice Studies
Description: This course explores the classical and contemporary theories of crime from sociological, biological, political, psychological, and economic perspectives. Course material will focus on the historical development of the theories, their major assumptions and propositions, as well as their relevance for addressing contemporary criminal justice policy and practice. Co-convened with JUS 436. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2024 Summer 2024 Fall 2024
Prerequisite: Graduate Status