Sociology and Criminology

Carceral Technologies

Module code: L4111A
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Seminar
Assessment modes: Portfolio

On this module, you’ll explore carceral technologies and their use in criminal justice system (CJS).

You’ll develop a critical understanding of the theory behind carceral technologies. You’ll also examine how carceral technologies use different ideas for a more humane future for the CRS, including:

• logics of class
• racial subjugation
• entrenching hierarchies
• new systems of social control.

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the relevance of a variety of criminological, sociological and technological theories as defined in the module, and their place in contemporary criminological debates
• Critically evaluate evidence from empirical studies on a variety of ‘Carceral Technologies’
• Apply theories covered in this module to empirical examples gathered from your own independent research
• Further develop skills of academic writing and research by producing a 4000 word essay