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Classic & Contemporary Views of the Nature of Crime

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Tu noon – 2:45p.m.		 Wheatley-Peters W04-0022 3 $2722 (guest students)
Date
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Time
Tu noon – 2:45p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W04-0022
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2722 (guest students)

Description

This course examines the social nature of crime. It explores a variety of theoretical perspectives, including anomie/strain theory, social disorganization theory, social control theory, social learning theories, opportunity theory, deterrence theory, and conflict theory. The various theories are examined through an extensive review of recent empirical studies. Special attention is given to methodological problems in specifying theories for empirical study. Discussion topics also include the adaptability of these theories to social policy and their varying political and social acceptability during particular historical periods.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026

Location

Wheatley-Peters W04-0022

Enrolled / Capacity

12 / 12

Status

Closed

Tuition*

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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