Course outline
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Course Title
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Criminal Psychology
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| Course Code | PSY350 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Number of Credits | 3 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Duration of Weeks | 15 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Contact Hours Per Week | 3 hours | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Pre-requisite Course(s) | N/A | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Course Aims |
This course aims to provide a theoretical understanding of the multidisciplinary study of criminology and psychology. Student will be acquainted with the dynamics of crime and criminal behaviour from multiple perspectives. In particular, the study of criminal acts will be highlighted by the interactions among psychological, biological, developmental and social factors. Students will be equipped with theoretical skills to explore the core areas of criminal psychology. Real case examples, class activities and discussion will be provided to enhance knowledge application in understanding the diversity of criminal behaviour.
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| Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOS) |
At the completion of the course, it is anticipated that students will be able to: 1. Identify the psychological, biological, developmental, and social factors in shaping criminal behaviour 2. Identify the relationship between mental disorders and criminal behaviour 3. Evaluate different types of criminal act, such as homicide, serial murders, sexual assaults, and terrorism 4. Analyse a criminal case with theoretical support, and be able to discuss the case from the viewpoint of the offender or that of the victim
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