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Introduction to Criminal Justice

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?

This course introduces a wide range of questions about crime and its control, drawing on criminological theory, research and practice.

This 5 week course will look at the following:

  • History of criminal justice
  • Agencies and processes involved in crime control
  • Policies to reduce crime
  • How do social factors, such as age, social class, gender and ethnicity impact on sentencing?

No previous knowledge is necessary, just a willingness to learn and participate in a classroom setting.

COURSE TIMINGS

5 Week Course