Criminology

Overview The learning objectives of this course are: — Speak about the psychology of crime like an expert even if you’ve never followed a criminology course in college. — Transform…

Overview Delve beyond true crime podcasts, books and television series Crime holds a special place in Australian history, having facilitated colonisation, provided its most celebrated anti-hero in Ned Kelly and…

Overview Learn how economic analyses can help us better understand crime problems. Crime is one of the most important domestic policy issues for any country, and interest in public safety…

Overview Learn and debate with criminal justice academics and professionals What should the role of the police be? How do victims experience criminal justice? Are there alternative responses to crime…

Overview Learn how art is stolen, trafficked, found, and returned From fakes and fraud, to thefts and trafficking, art crime has turned archaeological sites in Iraq and Syria into “lunar…

Overview Understand the relevance of mental health in the criminal justice system Though it can severely impact access to a fair trial, there is very little discussion on the intersection…

Overview Explore commonly relied on disciplines in forensics Today, forensic evidence is integral to criminal investigations and trials. Therefore, it is important for legal professionals to have an understanding of…

Overview Understand the growing discipline of criminology In our globalised world, international organised crime, such as online fraud and trafficking, has expanded exponentially. Crime also appears to be constantly in…

Overview What happens when a crime is allegedly committed in England and Wales? Now’s your chance to find out. On this course you’ll follow a suspect through the journey of…

Overview Explore applied psychology in the context of a criminal case Psychology plays an important role in police enquiries. It can help build rapport, plan interviews, detect deception, and understand…