This course will examine and critique a range of criminological theories that purport to explain criminal behavior, violence, definitions of crime, and criminal justice system responses. The various theories will be evaluated through in-depth reviews of relevant empirical research.

Antirequisite(s): Sociology 4407F/G.

Prerequisite(s): Sociology 2266A/B, and enrolment in third or fourth year of one of the Honours Specializations in Criminology or Sociology.

Extra Information: 3 hours.