Course overview
Demonstrate the application of sociology to deviance in order for students to better comprehend processes and consequences of stigmatization and criminalisation.
Course learning outcomes
- situate and explain sociological theories of deviance and criminal behaviour as they relate to broader sociological perspectives
- familiarise students with a framework to comprehend changing levels and types of deviance and their relation to criminalisation
- stimulate critical skills in examining controversial social issues related to crime and deviance
- develop an understanding of the relationship between myths and messages about social identity