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Introduction to Criminology and Policing

Unit code: JSB170
Credit points: 12
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This unit will provide you with an introduction to both of the majors before you make your choice. It will provide you with a foundation for understanding criminology and policing. It begins with an exploration of the existing explanations of crime from both an individual and social perspective and will provide you with a background of policing in Queensland, Australia and internationally. The remainder of the unit then covers topics of interest to those within the area of criminal justice, policing and criminology, for example, crimes in the home, crime in public, cyber crime, and street crime


Availability
Semester Available
2013 Semester 1 Yes

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