CRJ 401 - Theories of Crime and Deviance

Institution:

Gwynedd Mercy University

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Description:

An in-depth examination of sociological and interdisciplinary theories found in the study of crime, delinquency and deviance, including theories of the Chicago School, social learning, control theory, rational choice and routine activities theory. Relationships between the theories, types of crime and the study of crime derived from casebooks are explored.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmercyu.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 646-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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