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From the social and individual to the biological, sociological and psychological; students will explore the competing theories from the early works of Lombroso and Sheldon through to the more integrative theorists of the late 20 thCentury who have sought to co join theoretical elements both within and across models of criminal behaviour. Students will build on the learning gained from NS4501 Understanding Criminology and explore the theories utilising active learning. At this level students are expected to engage in recognising the strengths and weaknesses of each theory and analyse their relevance today to the study of crime and the impact on the criminal justice systems. Students will apply these theories to contemporary criminological issues such as hate crime, terrorism and domestic violence.

Identifying and exploring theories of crime

Developing an understanding of their relevance in contemporary society

Actively relating theoretical perspectives to contemporary issues

A student passing this module should be able to:

1. Apply theoretical models to the analysis of issues in criminology, in relation to crime
2. Evaluate competing theories and explanations in criminology
3. Review and evaluate evidence to support competing theories and explanations in criminology
4.  Give oral presentations of theoretical and empirical material

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.