Crime and Punishment Cross Nationally, UK

  England

• London: 
London

Term: Winter 
Dates: January 4-19, 2010

Description: Study in London with Towson University in January 2010. Explore the difference and similarities between the U.S. and English experience and response to crime. The course includes a comparative examination of histories of crime, crime rates, distributions of offenses, and social perceptions of crime and criminals including comparisons of the police, court and incarceration systems. Discover how the U.S. Criminal Justice system developed from the British model through first-hand experience. Housing is in modest, clean hotels with students sharing rooms with one or more classmates.

This course is open to all majors but must be taken for credit. Attendance at all lectures and site visits is mandatory. Students will be graded on the quality of their participation in the site visits in addition to the course assignments.

Highlights: The program is based in London, one of the liveliest and most cosmopolitan cities in the world and home to more than 7.7 million residents. With music and sports venues, art galleries, theaters, museums, and shops, this city has something for everyone. Program highlights include a visit to the Houses of Parliament, the public gallery in the Inns of Court to watch trials in session, a local prison tour, and a guided London 'crime walk'.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: USD 4,300

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American Participants.

Participants Travel to England in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network