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Criminology
Syllabus & Course Outline (FPSC 2026)
100Marks
43Code
Official Syllabus Content
The syllabus for Criminology is designed to test the candidate's comprehensive understanding of the subject.
Section 1Section-I (25 Marks): Intro
- •Introduction
- •Understanding Criminology
- •Crime and Criminals
- •Theoretical Perspectives (Biological, Psychological, Sociological, Islamic)
Section 2Section-II (25 Marks): Juvenile & Justice
- •Juvenile Delinquency
- •Juvenile Justice System
- •The Criminal Justice System
- •Punitive and Reformative Treatment
Section 3Section-III (25 Marks): Investigation
- •Criminal Investigation Principles
- •Techniques of Investigations
- •Legal and Ethical Guidelines
- •International Policing
Section 4Section-IV (25 Marks): Modern Concepts
- •Terrorism/War on Terror
- •Media & Crime
- •Modern Law Enforcement
- •Gender and Crime
- •Human Rights
- •Money-laundering
- •Cyber Crime
Suggested Readings
1.
New Perspectives in Criminology Conklin, J.E
2.
Criminal Interrogation and Confessions. Fred, E.I.
3.
Theoretical Criminology George B. Vold
4.
Modern Criminology: Crime, Criminal Behavior Hagan, J.
5.
Juvenile Delinquency: An Integrated Approach James, B.
6.
Security Studies: An Introduction Paul, D.W.
7.
Crime, Justice and Society Ronald, J.B.
8.
Juvenile Delinquency: Theory, Practice, and Law Seigel, L.J.
9.
Crime Prevention: Theory and Practice Stephen, S.