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CRI1104 The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour
SCHOOL OF LAW AND JUSTICE
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:

Students consider the etiology, maintenance and expression of criminal behaviour. In particular, psychological and physiological factors relevant to an understanding of criminality are examined. Issues such as psychopathy, aberrant sexuality and aggression are explored in detail. Students also consider theoretical and practical approaches to the treatment of criminal behaviour.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
C21Associate Degree in Criminology and Justice (Policing)
K13Bachelor of Arts (Psychology, Criminology and Justice)
G81Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
K16Bachelor of Criminology and Juvenile Justice
K09Bachelor of Forensic Investigation
K30Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
E73Bachelor of Science (Security and Justice Studies)
MAAAAUCriminology Major
MIAABSCriminology and Justice Minor
SMAAAGCriminology and Justice 10 Unit Supporting Major
DMPSCRPsychology and Criminology Double Major
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009