CRIM20004 Order, Disorder, Crime, and Deviance

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is CRIM20004 hard?

CRIM20004: About average. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Sociological and criminological theories of social order, crime and deviance, tested on real cases from cults to industrial disasters.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Quizzes 15%, Reports and essays 45%, Final exam 40%

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Quick answers

When is CRIM20004 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking CRIM20004?
No prerequisites.
Does CRIM20004 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 40% of the mark. Assessment: Quizzes 15%, Reports and essays 45%, Final exam 40%.
How many class hours a week does CRIM20004 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take CRIM20004 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate CRIM20004?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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