Study programme 2019-2020Français
Criminology
Programme component of Master's in Psychology à la Faculty of Psychology and Education

Students are asked to consult the ECTS course descriptions for each learning activity (AA) to know what assessment methods are planned for the end of Q3

CodeTypeHead of UE Department’s
contact details
Teacher(s)
UP-M1-MPSYCH-037-MCompulsory UETHIRY BenjaminP352 - Psychopathologie légale
  • THIRY Benjamin

Language
of instruction
Language
of assessment
HT(*) HTPE(*) HTPS(*) HR(*) HD(*) CreditsWeighting Term
  • Français
Français30000055.001st term

AA CodeTeaching Activity (AA) HT(*) HTPE(*) HTPS(*) HR(*) HD(*) Term Weighting
P-SEPL-099Criminology300000Q1100.00%
Programme component

Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse a situation (individually or collectively) in reference to theories and methodological approaches within psychology.
    • Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge and methodological approaches to understand and explain the normal/atypical/pathological functioning of individuals, groups or organisations.
    • Analyse and model a situation (individually or collectively) by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches.
  • Justifiably choose an intervention and implement and evaluate it.
    • Master knowledge on interventions to improve a given situation (individually or collectively), as well as implement them.
    • Critically analyse the extent and limitations of different types of intervention.
    • Develop a plan of intervention or management in a rigorous and justified manner, taking into account all relevant factors (including underlying issues and associated risks).
    • Implement intervention with reference to theoretical models of intervention, taking into account the constraints and resources in the situation encountered.
    • Appropriately apply different types of intervention.
  • Act ethically and professionally.
    • Refer to ethical principles to define the framework of their professional practice.
    • Adopt professional attitudes (think critically, avoid prejudices, respect professional confidentiality, etc.).
  • Master scientific research methods in psychology.
    • Adequately interpret results taking into account the reference framework within which the research was developed.

Learning Outcomes of UE

To learn basic theoretical knowledge in the field of criminology; To understand key issues of criminology; To develop critical thinking in the field of criminology.

Content of UE

Definition and goals of criminology ; Concept of crime and social issues ; Crime statistics: usefulness and limitations ; Theoretical models explaining the crime ; Models of intervention against crime ; Ethical issues related to criminology.

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

  • Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

  • Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

  • Written examination

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable

Type of Teaching Activity/Activities

AAType of Teaching Activity/Activities
P-SEPL-099
  • Cours magistraux
  • Conférences

Mode of delivery

AAMode of delivery
P-SEPL-099
  • Face to face

Required Reading

AA
P-SEPL-099

Required Learning Resources/Tools

AARequired Learning Resources/Tools
P-SEPL-099Thiry B. (2014). Manuel d'introduction à la criminologie. Bruylant. Bruxelles.

Recommended Reading

AA
P-SEPL-099

Recommended Learning Resources/Tools

AARecommended Learning Resources/Tools
P-SEPL-099Not applicable

Other Recommended Reading

AAOther Recommended Reading
P-SEPL-099Not applicable

Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next

AAGrade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
P-SEPL-099Authorized
(*) HT : Hours of theory - HTPE : Hours of in-class exercices - HTPS : hours of practical work - HD : HMiscellaneous time - HR : Hours of remedial classes. - Per. (Period), Y=Year, Q1=1st term et Q2=2nd term
Date de génération : 13/07/2020
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