Course content
An exploration of the range of delinquency theories that account for the formation of gangs in societies. The course explores these traditions through a critical and Pacific criminological lens and identifies key themes that challenge the global north and western hold on the production of knowledge for this field. It argues for a wider theoretical framework for delinquency theorising and presents alternative crime and justice theorising through analyses of gang case studies. It also includes professional insights and experiences particularly from youth justice, social work, probation, and police points of view.
CRN 37349 is for online students, CRN 9345 is for students who will be coming to campus. Click the CRN and see Teaching Format for more information.
Course learning objectives
Students who pass this course will be able to:
Identify and critically evaluate mainstream theoretical explanations for delinquency and the formation of gangs
Identify and critically evaluate the theoretical explanations for gang formation through the application of an Indigenous or ethnic minority lens
Understand official policies and practices on delinquency and gang formation
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