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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2020 - 2021
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Description The aims of this module are to provide an overview of the neuroscience of criminal responsibility and liability; and to consider the neuropsychological bases of offending behaviour, recidivism and rehabilitation. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role of neuroscientific evidence in the courtroom, and applications of neuropsychology to juror, judge and offender decision making. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Describe and evaluate mental and behavioural aspects of criminal liability, including offences against the person 2. Describe and evaluate the link between mental illness and general defences 3. Evaluate the neuroscience of criminal responsibility and liability 4. Critically consider the neuropsychology of offending behaviour, recidivism and rehabilitation 5. Identify and evaluate the role of neuroscientific evidence in the courtroom 6. Evaluate the neuropsychology of decision making, applied to offenders, jurors and judges | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Introduction to Criminal LawCriminal Liability, Actus Reus, Mens ReaOffences against the personGeneral DefencesCriminal behaviour and responsibilityMental illness and the insanity defenceCompetency and ability to stand trialPrediction of offending behaviourBehavioural Genetics and CrimeNeuropsychology of decision making and moral reasoningApplications of neuroscience within the courtroom e.g. offender, juror, judgeNeuroscience of psychopathology and crimeApplications within the courtroom e.g. offender, juror, judgeNeuroscience in the Courtroom: role of evidenceNeuropsychology of juror behaviour: empathy and punishmentThe neuropsychological bases of recidivism and rehabilitationNeuroscience and Law making | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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