Theoretical Criminology 

What are the main theories and perspectives that have shaped criminology? This fascinating module looks at topics such as the nature and history of thinking in criminology, the influence of the Chicago school of sociology and sub-cultural theory. You'll also look at radical criminology and feminist criminology, as well as left and right realism.

Key Topics

In this module you will cover a range of topics including:

• Introduction; nature and history of criminology
• Classicism; neo-classicism
• Positivism
• Chicago School of Sociology: ecology
• Control theory, functionalist analysis, anomie; sub-cultural theory
• The labelling perspective
• Radical criminology and feminist criminology
• Left realism
• Right realism
• Critical criminology, censure theory, and postmodern criminology

Assessment 

There are a number of formative assessments that you complete as part of your studies and forward to your academic tutor for grading and comments.

You'll also take a summative assessment at the end of your module. Summative assessments include coursework, exams or a mix of both. Summative assessments take place twice a year and exam venues are located around the UK. Please note that there are additional summative assessment fees for each module.