Victimology

Catalog description

Study and analysis of institutional and other problems and issues relating to victims including the relationship between the victim and the offender, the victim and the criminal justice system, and the victim and various governmental and/or social institutions. The course will also explore how race, class, and gender have impacted victims and often been part of victimization. Typically offered Fall. Prerequisite(s): CRJU 15000 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D Course Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the traditional victimology theories. 2. Define the different measures of crime. 3. Outline the civil and the criminal processes related to crime. 4. Discuss different responses to victimology, particularly empowerment of the crime victim. 5. Describe the civil remedies available to the victims. View Class Schedule