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This module develops students’ understanding of a range of contemporary social, cultural, technological, ecological, and economic phenomena, which impact on the occurrence of crime and deviance. It will highlight examples of real-world significance and explore the changing nature of crime and deviance in particular contexts. The module will also engage with the societal response given to each example of contemporary deviance. This will enable students for the first time, to think about the relevance of criminological thought to a range of social phenomena in a range of societies. In respect of the teaching and learning activities the module will contribute to developing a range of transferable skills which are intended to enhance their performance in assessments and contribute to securing employment. 

The aims of the module are to: 

• Develop an awareness and familiarity with the emerging forms of deviance facilitated by contemporary developments in a range of societies; 
• Provide theoretical insights into a number of emerging crimes in contemporary societies; 
• Introduce changing patterns and perceptions of crime and deviance in contemporary societies  

Lectures - 4pm-5:30pm Tuesdays, DG/017 (De Grey building, ground floor)

Tutorials - 3:30-4pm and 5:30-6pm Tuesdays in TW/215 (please ignore the grey CRI4002M tutorial on Friday at 9am)