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CRJU201 - Criminology: Exploring Criminal Behavior

Semester Credit Hour(s): 3

This course provides an overall introduction to the history, principles, and theories of criminology.  This course presents standard approaches to criminology, research methods utilized in the field, as well as the biological, psychological, biosocial, and sociological roots of crime.  Real-life cases and high-profile crimes will be critically analyzed.

Prerequisite(s): CRJU103

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