PCE2070

Crime stories: criminology and crime fiction

(ART)

Scott Beattie

8 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Caulfield

Synopsis: This subject explores the field of crime fiction as an alternative discourse of crime policy. The key criminological theorists will be examined alongside the popular crime writers of their era in an attempt to understand this complex interrelationship and dialogue.

Assessment: Research essay: 30% + Critical reviews: 30% + Writing project: 30% + Attendance log: 10%