Contemporary criminology is increasingly organized around the explanation of the development of criminal propensities and issues of offending over the life span. This course examines these issues with a specific focus on sociological approaches. Specifically, we consider theory and research on 1) the basic facts of crime that prompted developmental/life course approaches; 2) key theoretical approaches; 3) typological approaches; and 4) implications for crime control strategies. This course might appeal to those considering graduate work in criminology and/or careers in law or criminal justice.
