CSJU 240 - Criminology

Institution:

University of St Francis

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Description:

Criminology explores the empirical, theoretical and descriptive aspects of crime. The social, political, psychological, economic and biological factors of crime will be examined in determining the cause and treatment of crime in society. Overarching questions such as the following will be answered in this course: What is crime? How are crimes defined? How does society punish crimes? What causes crime? How do we study crime? What is the impact of crime on society and victims? Prerequisite: CSJU 101.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stfrancis.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 740-3360

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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