Victimology

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide the student with varied perspectives on crime victimization, including history and measurement of victimization, the science of victimology, consequences and forms of victimization, victims’ rights and victim advocacy. This course will also familiarize the student with current trends and issues in victimology including underserved populations and new forms of victimization data, the role of the victim and the impact of the victimization on the criminal justice system.