Transcript title

Women, Gender and Crime

Credits

3

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

30

Lecture hours

30

Course Description

Introduces the study of women, gender, and crime. Emphasis is placed on women’s roles as victims, offenders, and professionals in the criminal justice system, as well as the influence of gender on crime and justice responses.

Course learning outcomes

1. List major theories about women, gender, and crime.
2. Define key terms related to gender and justice.
3. Summarize the roles of women as victims, offenders, and workers in the justice system.
4. Classify examples of crimes or justice responses by gender-related categories.
5. Explain how gender influences experiences in the criminal justice system.

Content outline

1. Introduction to Women, Gender, and Crime
2. Key Concepts and Theories in Criminology
3. Gender Differences in Crime Patterns
4. Women as Offenders
5. Women as Victims
6. Intimate Partner and Family Violence
7. Sexual Violence and Exploitation
8. The Criminal Justice System and Gender
9. Women in Law Enforcement and Corrections
10. Contemporary Issues and Policy Responses

Required materials

Textbook may be required, please see syllabus.

General education/Related instruction lists

• Social Science