Criminology
Description
This course provides an examination of various theoretical explanations of criminal and deviant behaviour including the sociological, biological and psychological perspectives. Criminology theory is related to various types of criminal activity and the reality of crime in Canada including victimology is examined through crime statistics and correlation of criminal behaviour. The impact of theory on the development and effectiveness of the criminal justice system is discussed with the emphasis of future trends within the system.
Host college code:
AL-PFP2010
AL-PFP2010
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Overview
- Institution: Northern College
- Level: College
- Language: English
- Course Code: PF4003
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance