Criminological Theory: Foundations

Spring 2021 > Humanities & Social Sciences > CRIM.5010 > 063

Course No: CRIM.5010-063; SIS Class Nbr: 15022; SIS Term: 3030
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

This course provides a detailed examination of the best known and most influential theories of crime causation. Topics include: theory construction, hypothesis testing, theory integration, and the links among theory, research, and policy.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

• Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
• Core Codes: SS
• Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
• Instructor: James Byrne
• UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

• Online Course
• 2021 Spring: Jan 25 to Apr 04
• Course Level: Graduate
• Tuition: $1725
• Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: Graduate Certificate in Forensic Criminology, M.A. in Criminal Justice

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