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Criminology

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
MoWeFr 11a.m. – 11:50a.m.		 University Hall Y02-2120 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
MoWeFr 11a.m. – 11:50a.m.
Location
University Hall Y02-2120
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

This course examines sociological perspectives on why crime occurs, including the causes of crime, who commits crime, why some places have more crime that others, and how we can reduce crime. In this class, we will examine the historical foundations of crime, theoretical explanations for offending, and the measurement of crime. Additional topics may include juvenile delinquency, victimization, media portrayal of crime, and social and criminal justice responses to offending.

Prerequisites

SOCIOL 101

Guest registration opens January 12

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

University Hall Y02-2120

General Ed Requirements

Social & Behavioral Sciences

Enrolled / Capacity

69 / 100

Status

Closed

Instructor

Luis Gascon

Tuition*

$2065 (guest students)

* 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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