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Do you love watching crime shows and listening to the latest whodunnit podcasts? Criminal Psychology will let you in on the inner workings of the criminal mind to understand what drives some people to commit crimes and how our criminal justice system handles acts of crime.
Michigan offers 2- and 3-week sessions. During course registration, students will choose one course for each week they are enrolled.
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Course Description
This course will examine the different theories of criminal behavior: psychodynamic, biological, genetic, social learning, behavioral, cognition, developmental and cultural issues in criminal behavior, sociological theories, violence and aggression, sex offenses, and the role of substance abuse. Through case studies of some of the most famous criminals, you’ll explore how these theories apply to real-life criminal behavior. This class will also explore how law enforcement uses profiling techniques to help identify and capture individuals who have broken the law.
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
The microphone is in your hands now! You will research, write, and create your own psychological thriller/true crime podcast. Select and analyze an in-depth case study of one notorious criminal to identify and synthesize complex behavioral patterns and motivations. This criminal may be real or fictional. Conduct a detailed comparison and evaluation of two advanced theories of criminal behavior (psychodynamic, biological, genetic, social learning, and cognitive theories) and how those theories apply or do not apply to your subject. In your episode, be sure to discuss the effectiveness and ethical considerations associated with the utilization of advanced profiling methods in modern criminal investigations.
Information is subject to change as instructors finalize course content and syllabi.
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Course Syllabus
To view a sample syllabus, please contact your program specialist, or reach us at info@summerdiscovery.com or call +1 (516) 447-4907.
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Admissions Criteria
An interest in understanding the psychology behind crime is the key to success in this program! Additionally, your application criteria includes a completed Summer Discovery Application.
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Who should attend this course?
Students aspiring to a career in criminology, this is the key to beginning your successful academic and professional career. This course will introduce you to fundamentals that will advance your understanding of this field and prepare you for a career in crime solving.
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Benefits of Attending this Course
In addition to a university-level course experience, students will leave this course with portfolio-building documentation in recognition of their summer achievements, including:
Summer Discovery Certificate of Completion
After successfully finishing this course, you will be awarded a certification completion for your accomplishment.
*This is a preview, not what you will receive