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Criminology Honours

Bachelor of Arts

Program Declaration and Continuation

Students must first declare the Major. Students normally apply for the Criminology Honours program in the Spring term (February) and must complete 110 total units with a minimum 3.00 CGPA prior to the start of the Honours program in the Fall term (September). With permission of the undergraduate director, students may complete one course during the Fall term to meet the 110 total unit requirement. Students must complete and defend their theses by the following April.

To continue in the honours program, students must maintain a 3.00 CGPA. Students whose CGPA falls below 3.00 cannot enrol in CRIM 499 and, therefore, cannot complete the program. Students whose CGPA falls below 2.25 cannot enrol in any upper division CRIM courses.

Program Requirements

This structured program for outstanding undergraduate students complements the criminology major program and consists of two terms of advanced course work and supervised research. Honours students write and defend a short thesis.

Students complete a minimum of 132 units, including a minimum of 60 upper division units, as specified below with CGPAs in accordance with general and Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences graduation requirements including a minimum 3.00 CGPA.

Lower Division Requirements

60 units under group A, group B and general electives.

  • eight courses from group A with minimum C- grades

  • six courses from group B with minimum C- grades

  • an additional six courses of general electives

Group A Lower Division Requirements

All of

CRIM 101 - Introduction to Criminology (3)

Topics will include: examination of different terms and concepts commonly used in criminology, such as crime, delinquency, deviance, criminal, victim, rehabilitation and treatment. Criminology as a body of knowledge and as a profession. Position and subject matter of criminology. Relationship between criminology and other academic disciplines. Specificity of criminology. Relationship between theory and practice. History and evolution of criminological thought. Elements of continuity and discontinuity between classical and modern theories of criminality. Levels of explanations in criminology. Practical applications of criminology. The foundations of a modern criminal policy. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Barry Cartwright
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 TBD
Amanda Butler
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
Aynsley Pescitelli
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
Vancouver
CRIM 103 - Psychological Explanations of Criminal and Deviant Behavior (3)

An introduction to, and critical examination of, biogenetic, psychiatric, and psychological explanations of criminal and deviant behavior. Special attention will be given to the hypothesized links between criminality and genetics, physiology, the endocrine system, mental disorders, personality, moral development, and other forms of social learning. Recommended: PSYC 100 and 102. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Jennifer Wong
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Evan McCuish
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D701 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
D702 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D703 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D704 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D705 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
D706 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D707 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
CRIM 104 - Sociological Explanations of Criminal and Deviant Behavior (3)

A survey of some major sociological perspectives on crime and deviance that will include both mainstream and critical theories. These will include: anomie, neutralization, control, group conflict, sub-cultural, ecological, functionalist and critical theories. Critical analysis of the assumptions upon which each theory is based. Examination of the similarities and differences between/among the various explanations. Recommended: SA 150. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tamie Fennig
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 TBD
Barry Cartwright
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D701 TBD
CRIM 131 - Introduction to the Criminal Justice System - A Total System Approach (3)

Introductory analysis of the structure and operation of the Canadian criminal justice system. Examination of the patterns of crime and victimization; police operations, discretion and decision making; the criminal courts, including sentencing; the corrections system, including correctional institutions and community-based models; the youth justice system. Patterns of contact and conflict between various social groups and the criminal justice system. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Sheri Fabian
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 TBD
Sarah Yercich
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D701 TBD
CRIM 135 - Introduction to Canadian Law and Legal Institutions: A Criminal Justice Perspective (3)

A general introduction to the fundamental and competing principles of jurisprudence and to the basic legal institutions of Canada. Prepares students for those law and law related courses offered within the School of Criminology and will consider the history of Canadian law, the development of the Canadian constitution, the system of Canadian courts and the roles and responsibilities of members of the legal profession. In addition, the course will consider the nature of legal reasoning, the doctrine of precedent, principles of statutory interpretation and will also introduce the fields of contract, torts, administrative law, and family law. Also examines the process of law reform in Canada. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Moira Aikenhead
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Graeme Bowbrick
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D701 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
D702 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D703 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
D704 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D705 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D707 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
CRIM 220 - Research Methods in Criminology (3)

An introduction to criminological research that is intended to develop the student's research and analytical skills. Specifically, the course will focus on the theory of inquiry, the logic, and structure of criminological inquiry, research design, data gathering, analysis and reporting. Students with credit for CRIM 120 may not take CRIM 220 for further credit. Recommended: any 100 division CRIM course. Quantitative. Prerequisite: . Equivalent Courses: CRIM120. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Bill Glackman
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Ryan Scrivens
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D701 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
D702 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D703 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D704 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Hilary Morden
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
Vancouver
CRIM 230 - Criminal Law (3)

Nature, purpose, scope, sources and basic principles of the criminal law. Study of certain fundamental legal concepts such as mens rea, negligence and strict liability. Analysis of the concept of criminal responsibility in Canada. Critical examination of the legislative policies expressed in the Criminal Code. Study of the basic elements of a criminal offence. Examination of the legal principles relating to certain specific crimes and to certain major defences. Impact of Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms on the criminal law. Prerequisite: CRIM 135.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Simon Verdun-jones
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
John Fugerson
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D701 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
D702 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D703 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
D704 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Surrey

and one 200 level CRIM course

Group B Lower Division Requirements

Six courses, including

SA 150 - Introduction to Sociology (S) (4)

The study of basic concerns of sociology, such as social order, social change, social conflict and social inequality. Breadth-Social Sciences. Equivalent Courses: PSA.101. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Suzanna Crage
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D114 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D115 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D116 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D117 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D118 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Hilal Ozcetin
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D902 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D903 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D904 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D905 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D906 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D907 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey

and one of

POL 100 - Introduction to Politics and Government (3)

A comprehensive introduction to the study of politics and government for both political science majors and students specializing in other disciplines. The course will explore the major concepts, methods, approaches and issues in political science, as well as the primary components of government structure and the political process. POL 101W is the Writing certified version of POL 100 and students cannot receive credit for both courses. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Logan Masilamani
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D111 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
POL 101W - Introduction to Politics and Government (3)

A comprehensive introduction to the study of politics and government for both political science majors and students specializing in other disciplines. Explores the major concepts, methods, approaches and issues in political science, as well as the primary components of government structure and the political process. This course is identical to POL 100 and students may not take both courses for credit. Writing/Breadth-Social Sci.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Kevin Ginnell
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Sat, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Vancouver
POL 151 - The Administration of Justice (3)

The development of laws and their application to the citizen and social groups. Special consideration will be given to civil liberties. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Patrick Smith
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and

STAT 203 - Introduction to Statistics for the Social Sciences (3)

Descriptive and inferential statistics aimed at students in the social sciences. Scales of measurement. Descriptive statistics. Measures of association. Hypothesis tests and confidence intervals. Students in Sociology and Anthropology are expected to take SA 255 before this course. Intended to be particularly accessible to students who are not specializing in Statistics. Prerequisite: Recommended: a research methods course such as SA 255, CRIM 220, POL 213 or equivalent is recommended prior to taking STAT 203. Students with credit for any of STAT 101, 201, 270, ARCH 376 or BUEC 232 may not subsequently receive credit for this course. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Gamage Perera
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
OP01 TBD

or one of

PSYC 210 - Introduction to Data Analysis in Psychology (4)

Covers basic descriptive and inferential techniques most appropriately applied to the various forms of data from psychological research. Should be completed by majors and honours before the end of term 4. Prerequisite: PSYC 201W and BC high school Math 12 with a minimum grade of C (2.0) or BC high school Math 11 with a minimum grade of B- (2.67). Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Rachel Fouladi
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby
STAT 100 - Chance and Data Analysis (3)

Chance phenomena and data analysis are studied through simulation and examination of real world contexts including sports, investment, lotteries and environmental issues. Intended to be particularly accessible to students who are not specializing in Statistics. Students with credit for STAT 101, 201, 203, 270 BUEC 232, PSYC 210 or POL 201 will not receive additional credit for this course. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Marie Loughin
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
STAT 101 - Introduction to Statistics (3)

The collection, description, analysis and summary of data, including the concepts of frequency distribution, parameter estimation and hypothesis testing. To receive credit for both STAT 100 and STAT 101, STAT 100 must be taken first. Intended to be particularly accessible to students who are not specializing in Statistics. Students with credit for any of ARCH 376, BUEC 232, STAT 201, 203 or 270 may not subsequently receive credit for STAT 101-3. Quantitative.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
BUEC 232 - Data and Decisions I (4)

An introduction to business statistics with a heavy emphasis on applications and the use of EXCEL. Students will be required to use statistical applications to solve business problems. STAT 270, Introduction to Probability and Statistics, will be accepted in lieu of BUEC 232. Prerequisite: MATH 157 and 15 units. MATH 157 may be taken concurrently with BUEC 232. Students with credit for STAT 270 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Lorene Linklater
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
George Zhang
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
Andrew Flostrand
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, Thu, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP04 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
OP05 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
OP09 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP10 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP11 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP12 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 7:30–10:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP13 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 7:30–9:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP14 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 7:30–9:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and

any 100 or 200 division PHIL course

and both of

PSYC 100 - Introduction to Psychology I (3)

Acquaints the student with the major issues in contemporary psychology and considers the historical antecedents. Special attention is given to questions of methodology and research design in psychology. Topics in physiological psychology, perception, learning and motivation are considered. Students with credit for PSYC 101 may not take PSYC 100 for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sherrie Atwood
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Sherrie Atwood
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
PSYC 102 - Introduction to Psychology II (3)

Acquaints the student with major issues in contemporary psychology and considers their historical antecedents. Topics in learning, cognition, social psychology and abnormal psychology are considered. Recommended: PSYC 100 is recommended but not required. Students with credit for PSYC 101 may not take PSYC 102 for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sherrie Atwood
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Sherrie Atwood
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
Sherrie Atwood
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
Vancouver

General Electives Lower Division Requirements

Students complete the balance of the first 60 units by choosing any other 100-200 division courses. Breadth requirements must be completed for graduation and general electives should be considered for that purpose.

Upper Division Course Access and Requirements

Students with a minimum 2.25 CGPA are eligible to enrol in upper division Criminology courses upon successful completion of 60 units and Criminology program declaration.

Students complete a minimum of 60 upper division units including a minimum of 50 units in upper division Criminology* with minimum C- grades in each course, including

CRIM 300W - Current Theories and Perspectives in Criminology (3)

A detailed examination of current theories and perspectives in criminology. The content of the course will change with developments in the area. Students can expect to study biological, psychological and sociological theories and perspectives, as well as those from other relevant disciplines and fields of inquiry (e.g. geography, political science and cultural studies). Prerequisite: CRIM 101. Students with credit for CRIM 300 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Alexandra Lysova
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CRIM 320 - Quantitative Research Methods in Criminology (3)

A detailed examination of the quantitative research methods and techniques most frequently used in criminological research. Advantages and shortcomings of each method and the appropriateness of each technique for criminological research. Problems of pure and applied research. Specific issues of interdisciplinary research. Critical evaluation of the quantitative methods used in certain major criminological studies. Prerequisite: CRIM 101; one of CRIM 120 or 220. CRIM 320 may be taken concurrently with CRIM 321. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Jeffrey Mathesius
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CRIM 321 - Qualitative Research Methods in Criminology (3)

A detailed examination and application of qualitative research methods and techniques most frequently used in criminological research. Advantages and disadvantages of each method and the appropriateness of each technique for criminological research. Ethics of criminological research. Specific issues of interdisciplinary research. Critical evaluation of qualitative methods used in certain major criminological studies. Prerequisite: CRIM 101; one of CRIM 120 or 220. This course may be taken concurrently with CRIM 320.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Sheri Fabian
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
CRIM 330 - Criminal Procedure and Evidence (3)

Critical examination of selected topics in criminal procedure and evidence, including jurisdiction, police powers of search and seizure, the right to counsel and pre-trial and trial procedures. Brief survey of the system of rules and standards by means of which the admissibility of evidence is determined. Close examination of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and its impact on criminal procedure and evidence. Prerequisite: CRIM 101 and 230.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Carol Fleischhaker
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D111 Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CRIM 490 - Honours Thesis I (5)

An in-depth investigation of a selected topic in criminology, including a comprehensive review of the literature as well as initial and partial completion of the thesis research. Open only to students who have been admitted to the criminology honours program. Prerequisite: Open only to students who have been admitted to the Criminology Honours Program.

CRIM 491 - Current Theory and Research in Criminology: Advanced Topics (5)

A detailed and comprehensive examination of the dominant theoretical research programs currently found in criminology. The subject matter of the seminars may change from year to year according to topicality and may include the following: biological theory and research; social psychological research programs (e.g., social learning theory); environmental criminology; left realism; feminism; post structuralism and post modernism. Students are also required to attend a weekly pro-seminar. Prerequisite: Normally open only to students who have been admitted to the criminology honors program. Other students may be admitted under exceptional circumstances with the written permission of the director of undergraduate programs.

CRIM 499 - Honours Thesis II (12)

An honours thesis is a research report written under the supervision of a faculty member, a copy of which is to be permanently lodged in the School of Criminology. Students are required to attend a weekly seminar at which various issues associated with the linking of theory and method are examined and where students can both discuss their progress and share their research experiences. On completion, the thesis is to be orally defended in a school seminar. Open only to students who have been admitted to the criminology honours program. Students are not permitted to take other courses while enrolled in this course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in CRIM 490 and 491 is required.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sheri Fabian
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Mon, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby

*Declared Criminology students may not take CRIM 301 for credit.

Graduation Requirements

Students must obtain a minimum grade of C- in all required courses. For graduation, students must obtain a minimum 3.00 CGPA, 3.00 UDGPA, 3.00 Criminology program CGPA, and 3.00 Criminology program UDGPA.

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Honours Requirements

For the bachelor of arts (BA) Criminology honours program, students complete 132 units, which includes

  • at least 60 units that must be completed at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV
  • satisfaction of the writing, quantitative, and breadth requirements
  • students complete at least 60 upper division units, which must include at least 48 units in upper division courses in a Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences honours program; no more than 15 upper division units that have been transferred from another institution can be used toward this requirement
  • Students complete lower division requirements for at least one Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences honours program
  • students are required to achieve an overall cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and upper division CGPA of at least 3.0, and an honours program CGPA and upper division CGPA of at least 3.0

Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements

Students admitted to Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV beginning in the fall 2006 term must meet writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of any degree program they may undertake. See for university-wide information.

WQB Graduation Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required to earn W, Q or B credit

Requirement

Units

Notes
W - Writing

6

Must include at least one upper division course, taken at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV within the student’s major subject
Q - Quantitative

6

Q courses may be lower or upper division
B - Breadth

18

Designated Breadth Must be outside the student’s major subject, and may be lower or upper division
6 units Social Sciences: B-Soc
6 units Humanities: B-Hum
6 units Sciences: B-Sci

6

Additional Breadth 6 units outside the student’s major subject (may or may not be B-designated courses, and will likely help fulfil individual degree program requirements)

Students choosing to complete a joint major, joint honours, double major, two extended minors, an extended minor and a minor, or two minors may satisfy the breadth requirements (designated or not designated) with courses completed in either one or both program areas.

 

Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit

The University’s residency requirement stipulates that, in most cases, total transfer and course challenge credit may not exceed 60 units, and may not include more than 15 units as upper division work.

Elective Courses

In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan the remaining required elective courses.