Learning objectives
The aim of the Criminology course is to provide a reference framework relative to the development of research in criminology and an introduction to the most recent biological, psychological and sociological theories on crime.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Methods and sources of criminological knowledge. Statistics. Crime in Italy over the last ten years.
The issue regarding the causes of crime. The issue regarding the defence of crime. The issue regarding the protection of individual freedom.
Full programme
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Bibliography
G. PONTI, Compendio di Criminologia, Cortina, Milano, chapters 1,3,4,7,8 e 9.
Teaching methods
lectures and exercises in small groups of subjects agreed with the students
Assessment methods and criteria
oral examination on he written report on the theoretical and practical
Other information
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