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The Basics of Criminology (5 cr)

Code: V1664-3002

General information


Enrollment

30.01.2021 - 15.02.2021

Timing

01.03.2021 - 03.05.2021

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual proportion

5 op

RDI proportion

1 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Tikkurila, sote

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes

  • Laurea täydentävä osaaminen, amk-tutkinto (TOS2), Terveys- ja hyvinvointialat

Teachers

  • Maria Normann

Groups

  • TOS220SY

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- be familiar with the basic concepts in criminology
- explain the most relevant criminological theories on the reason of crime
- be familiar with the basic features of criminality in Finland
- know how to utilize criminological thinking in their own professional arena

Teaching methods

The study unit is web-based and contains
- Recorded lectures
- Online exams, discussions, written and creative assignments, group discussions online
- Pop-in guidance

Study unit is suitable also for students in working life and full time studies.

Grading scale

H-5