Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LI Criminological Theory II
School	School of Social Policy
Department	Soc Policy, Sociology & Crimin
Module Code	08 31462
Module Lead	Emma Burtt
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
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Description	This module will draw on and develop the theoretical foundations the students would have developed in Criminological Theory I. It will focus on the ‘fragmentation of criminology’ by considering more contemporary theories of crime. It will begin with a “refresher” lecture covering, briefly, the classical theories that the students will have examined in detail in Criminological Theory I. Then, it will introduce them to the following theories:1. Right-wing criminology 2. Left realism 3. Critical criminology 4. Gendered crime theories 5. Theories of crimes of the powerful 6. Advanced marginality 7. Green criminology 8. Global criminology Each theory will be covered in two lectures – one focusing on introducing the theory and key theorists, and the second addressing key critiques and illustrating the theory with real-life examples drawn from current affairs. The links with classical theories (e.g. Marxism and crime of the powerful) will be highlighted for a rounded, cohesive understanding of criminological theory.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Describe contemporary criminological theories Analyse the critiques of these theories Discuss how these theories may apply to criminal justice policy Apply theories of crime to enhance understanding of contemporary policy issues. Evaluate the impacts of these theories in the understanding of criminology as a social science
Assessment	31462-01 : 4000 word Essay : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	3500 word essay for both main and reassessment (100%)
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