This companion offers a user-friendly and practical introduction to the various aspects of studying and researching Criminology and Criminal Justice. With study skills coverage integrated alongside broad overviews of the key theories and concepts that drive Criminology and Criminal Justice, the book offers an authoritative overview for those starting out in their studies. It is also packed with helpful reflective questions to encourage the reader to think more deeply about the material and its application in the real world.
This is an essential resource for students with no prior experience of studying Criminology or Criminal Justice, as well as for those who want a handy reference book at any point in their study and further career. It has been designed to be used as pre-course reading, as a core text on introductory Criminology, Criminal Justice or Criminological Skills modules, or as complimentary reading on Criminological Theory modules.
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The Criminology and Criminal Justice Companion
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Summary
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purpose
and
structure
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The
Criminology
and
Criminal
Justice
Companion
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companion
book
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tool
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lecturer
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comprehensive
coverage
of
theory
and
issues,
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highlights
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gives
an
overview
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these
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Brief Contents
- Contents
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- Key Criminological Research Debates
- Features to Aid Your Learning
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Studying Criminology
- 3 Key Theories and Theorists
- 4 Criminological Research
- 5 Key and Emerging Issues in Criminology
- 6 The Criminal Justice System
- 7 Careers in Criminology
- 8 Key Terms, Concepts and Definitions
- References
- Index
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