Crime and Punishment (M6022)

15 credits, Level 6

Spring teaching

On this module, you’ll examine the punishment of crime and the methods through which punishment is inflicted. You’ll explore:

  • key theoretical approaches to the philosophy of punishment
  • non-custodial and custodial punishments, with a focus on imprisonment
  • arguments for and against the abolition of prisons.

You'll develop a critical understanding of punishment practices and their philosophical and social implications.

Teaching

50%: Lecture
50%: Seminar

Assessment