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ECOS3026: Economics of Crime
2026 unit information
This unit of study applies economic concepts and theory to analyse criminal behaviour and its implications for society. Students will critically analyse topics related to the criminal justice system, including policing, incarceration, and punishment. Within an economic framework, we will also consider the role that social programs and other social conditions, such as education and poverty, play in affecting crime. We will apply these key topics to analyse the impacts of new policies and technologies in the criminal justice context.
Unit details and rules
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| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Economics |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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ECOS2001 or ECOS2901 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Apply economic concepts to topics in economics of crime
- LO2. Demonstrate an understanding of insights provided by economics as they apply to real-world problems in economics of crime
- LO3. Critically evaluate the assumptions and limitations of research papers discussed in class
- LO4. Develop effective written and oral communication skills in discussing and evaluating research findings
- LO5. Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and implications of assumptions and value judgements involved in economics research
- LO6. Participate effectively in class discussions
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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