CRJU 4170 - Victim Studies

Institution:

University of Colorado Denver

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This course involves the scientific study of crime victims and focuses on the physical, emotional and financial harm people suffer at the hands of criminals. Focus is placed on the victim-offender relationships, interactions between victims and the criminal justice system and connections between victims and other social groups and institutions. The theory, history, research, legislation and policy implications related to the social construction of “The victim” are explored.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ucdenver.edu/

Phone Number:

(303) 556-5600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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