Sociology of Deviance Course
This course examines the emergence of deviance among urban youth, linking classic sociological theories to real-world cases. Participants assess harm and ethics while developing evidence-based interventions, ideal for humanities professionals supporting communities. It fosters critical analysis of deviant behaviour, ethical considerations, and practical policy solutions in urban settings.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This Sociology of Deviance Course provides a focused overview of deviant behaviour in urban environments. Explore key theories, youth subcultures, and distinctions between crime and norm violations. Apply concepts to real cases by gathering evidence, evaluating sources, assessing ethical impacts and harms, and creating research-informed interventions and policy recommendations.
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Develop skills
- Apply core deviance theories including strain, labelling, conflict, and social control.
- Map urban deviance cases covering actors, hotspots, timelines, and social reactions.
- Conduct rapid evidence reviews with data selection, source evaluation, and citation.
- Assess harms and ethics such as stigma, inequality, surveillance, and policy side effects.
- Design practical interventions using prevention, urban design, and community strategies.
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