AP/CRIM/SOSC 4667 6.00
Criminology placement course
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to develop their knowledge of criminological issues and approaches in a practical context. The course begins with in-class workplace-related skills training followed by placement in a community- or non-governmental organization working with people in conflict with the law, victims of crime, or in crime prevention. The in-class components include professional conduct, advanced research methods, readings, workshops, and discussion in a seminar format. Placements and tasks therein will vary depending on the availability and needs of partner organizations, and students’ interview performance and specific skillsets. Placement tasks may include: researching and developing resources and referrals; knowledge translation and report writing; conducting interviews and focus groups; blog-writing, website and social media engagement; working with people coming out of incarceration; knowledge mobilization and developing public education campaigns; working with and mentoring youth with incarcerated parents. Students will be expected to work one day per week over 15 weeks for a total of approximately 120 hours in the placement.
Prerequisites: AP/SOSC 1650 6.00 with a grade of at least B and earned 84 credits.
Application required - applicants must submit a resume and cover letter and will be screened, interviewed, and selected by the course director(s). Please fill in the Mach form, and upload all of the required supporting documents, at this link: https://laps.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=1954966 by 5pm Monday, May 27, 2024. Selected candidates will be asked to participate in a 30-minute zoom interview on either Tuesday June 10th or Wednesday June 11th.