Crime,Punishment and Society

SCLG2634

The unit introduces students to the analysis of crime, detection and punishment in their historical, social, political and cultural contexts. It discusses the major theoretical perspectives on the explanation of crime as well as the role and functions of punishment. It examines a range of issues in understanding crime and criminal justice, including the cultural life of crime, forensic knowledges, policing and prisons, and youth and juvenile justice.

Unit of study details

Unit of study level: Senior

Credit points: 6

Commencing semesters: 2, 1

Further unit of study information

Unit of study handbook: SCLG2634

Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships

Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates

Available for study abroad and exchange: Yes

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