Sociological Explanations of Criminal And Deviant Behaviour
This course critically investigates sociological perspectives on crime and deviance. This course explores both mainstream and critical theories and critically analyzes assumptions upon which each theory is based. Topics include: anomie, Indigenous theories; neutralization, labelling, control, conflict, subculture, deterrence, and patriarchy, as they relate to crime and deviance.
Requisites:
- Prerequisites: CRIM 101, SOCI 101 and 102 recommended