This course aims to provide an introduction to criminal victimization via an overview of current theory, research, and trends within the context of various victimization types. This course focuses on the psychology of victims and the social context of victimization, and various types of victimization are examined including violent, sexual, psychological and cyber victimization, child abuse and domestic partner abuse. This course also introduces the impact of crime on victims and society, the role of victims within the criminal justice system, specific remedies, and victim rights and services.