SO 202 - The Culture and Justice System 3 or

Institution:

The University of Montana

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Description:

A sociological, inter-cultural, first-hand study of the Irish culture and criminal justice system. Particular emphasis is given to the manner in which the culture and history of Ireland have influenced the Irish justice system. Similarities and differences of Irish and American culture are highlighted. Students study by way of readings and tour the manner in which these aspects have effected the criminal justice systems of both cultures. Students will visit Irish courts, prisons, gaols and garda stations, as well as culture highlights of Dublin, Cork, Galway, Dingle, Beara, Wexford and Waterford. Prerequisites: SO 101 and SO 309 or a tour of a U.S. prison and permission of instructor. Limited enrollment selected by the instructor according to background of students, class standing, other courses taken in preparation as well as ability to function within a small group in an intimate setting within the Irish culture. Course will ordinarily be offered during even-numbered summers as part of session I. Fufills global diversity requirement.

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umt.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 243-0211

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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