Consideration of the contributions of psychological theory and research to the understanding of crime investigation, courtroom dynamics, and the legal system. Specific topics may include eyewitness testimony, police practices, judge and jury decision making, lie detection and confessions, and expert testimony. Topics will be discussed from the perspectives of social and cognitive psychology.
This course may not be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s)
- Psychology 200, 201 and 312.
Sections
| LEC 1 | MWF 14:00 - 14:50
| | Melissa Boyce | | Outline |
| Notes: Prerequisite(s): Psychology 312. Psychology courses are subject to enrollment restrictions. For complete information, please refer to Enrollment Services restricted courses page: http://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/students/restrictions |
This course will be offered next in
Spring 2013.