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Introduction to Criminology: Explaining Crime (Udemy.com)

Learn to Speak About Criminal Psychology and the Sociology of Crime Like an Expert

4.7
2,554 reviews

Created by: Margit Averdijk, Ph.D.

Last updated May 2021

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What you will learn

  • Speak about criminology like an expert even if you’ve never followed a criminology course in college.
  • Transform the way in which you understand why people commit crime.
  • Educate the people around you about the backgrounds of criminal behavior.
  • Apply your newly gained knowledge by critically assessing daily news items about real crimes.
  • Improve your performance in criminology classes.

How it compares

Against the other 503 rated Udemy courses in Teaching & Academics on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 74% of them
  • Reviews2,554#65 of 504 by number of reviews
  • Length2.6 hoursshorter than 62% of them
  • Last updatedMay 2021earlier than 69% of them

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Course Description

Have you ever wondered why some people commit crime? Do you want to better understand criminology and provide expert insights in discussions about crime?

If that is the case, this course is for you. In this criminology course – the first of its kind on Udemy – I will give you a full introduction to the ins and outs of explaining crime.

You’ll Learn the full Spectrum of Criminology

Every day, we are confronted with real crime stories in the newspaper, on TV, and online. This course will go beyond the quick soundbites and headlines of news stories and help you understand the backgrounds of criminal behavior.

In this course, we’ll cover several core domains of criminology:

-          The Psychology of Criminal Minds – How can the mind contribute to crime?

-          The Body and Crime – How do biological factors (e.g., genes, the brain) come into play when it comes to criminal behavior?

-          Decision-Making – How and why do people choose to commit crime?

-          Sociology and Social Influence – How do the people and the places around us influence our criminal behavior?

Every topic is covered with comprehensive videos and slide presentations. You will also get examples of major studies, thought exercises, and case studies. At the end of each section, you can test your newly gained knowledge in a short quiz.

This course is based on a university curriculum. But instead of having to show up in a lecture room, reading a full textbook, and paying college tuition, you can enroll in this course in your own time and at your own convenience.

Your Instructor is an Expert

I have designed this course to provide you with the best learning experience possible. I am an experienced criminologist with a Ph.D. and have done research, teaching, and public speaking for more than ten years now. I’m friendly and approachable and you’re more than welcome to ask me any questions that you may have as you go through the course.

No Risk!

This course comes with a full 30-day money-back guarantee. So if for some reason, you are not satisfied, you can get your money back anytime.

You’ll Transform the Way You Understand Crime

After completing this course, you will never look at crime and criminal behavior in the same way. You’ll be able to analyze crime, understand the backgrounds of criminal behavior, and inject everyday discussions with new insights into how crimes comes about.

This course is NOT for people who are seeking a lengthy, detailed treatment of criminological theory. Instead, I will give you a clear and concise overview of explanations for crime with lots of examples.   

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Instructor Details

Margit Averdijk, Ph.D.

I am a criminologist by training and am passionate about the fascinating field of criminology and crime prevention. I have gained extensive experience with doing research, teaching, and public speaking in the domain of criminology over the course of the past decade. I am a senior university researcher and have published in the top journals in the field. I'm looking forward to the chance to share what I've learned with you!

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By Luke Andrew E. Alfaro on 3/29/2025

I love how Margit delivered the whole course. From the pacing, tone, and content. I also liked her including references of concepts that she discussed and included real life examples. Maybe adding a little visuals from real life examples like a public image, research paper or news article would make add more depth. I also very much like her including the link of resources for easy download and section quizzes to reinforce learning.

By Hira Durusu Eren on 1/9/2024

It was a very enjoyable and beneficial course. I definitely recommend it to the ones who are interested in criminology. Lecturer was very clear and the course materials (case study, presentations, etc) made lectures more interesting.

By Anonymized User on 1/22/2023

Based on the career am getting into this course had been very informative, I learn a lot of new things I didn't know and things I should look out for especially when dealing with offenders and the different types of crimes. Thank you

By Precella Kamara on 1/16/2023

I liked it because it really taught me more than what I know about crime. I like how they went into different states and the statistics and research that was proven too. It was fun for me. I really enjoyed it a a lot.

By İsmail Batuhan Başkonak on 8/6/2021

This course is by far the best course on Udemy. Every educator should take her as role modale. The course program is well-thought-through. Everything she says is fully backed up with resources. I don't know what else to say. You won't regret taking this class.

By Niqqisya Shahin on 6/15/2021

Ms Margit really exceeded my expectations with this course. There were so many case studies, references, and actual facts that made it practical and easier to interlink/understand. The explanations were clear and concise as well. Highly recommended!

By Bisma Khan on 5/12/2020

the course isnt bad and the mentor does a great job explaining things and keeping the engagement bt some vids have sound quality issue. its too low and muffled. also the course is way too rudimentary level

By Ojaswi Srivastava on 4/19/2020

Amazing experience! Thank you so much Margit for such course! I was very much interested in learning Criminology and you gave me that opportunity , you explain things very well and make things so easy to understand. THANK YOU MARGIT!

By Alvin Nicola on 2/10/2020

Excellent lectures, easy to understand and powerful. Great explanations, and an overall thorough course covering the most important aspects and theories on Criminology. As a fellow criminologist, the course is highly recommendable for students, law enforcers, civil society groups or any citizen interested in paying more attention to crime and criminology. Thank you for work, Margit!

By Roland Eric Gardener on 2/27/2019

My experience doing this course was a Great experience for me and base on The teachering of the instructor she give Me the drive to want to get Moor indeap In to this course must say I am please The instructor was very professional she Took her time and explain everything Very well thank you

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