The main aim of the module is to provide students with a broad understanding of crime as a social problem and societal responses to it. This includes a solid foundation in how crime is defined, major trends in offending, explanations of criminal behaviour and the various components of the criminal justice system. Also, students will be provided with a range of opportunities to practice critical thinking and develop confidence in their verbal communication skills. You should be added automatically to this course once you are enrolled on Portico. If you have any problems with course access, please contact scs-teaching@ucl.ac.uk.