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(in Polish) Victimology in comparative criminal procedure

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Course ID: WP-PRZ-mon-viccp
Erasmus code / ISCED: (unknown) / (unknown)
Course title: (unknown)
Name in Polish: Victimology in comparative criminal procedure
Organizational unit: Faculty of Law and Administration
Course groups: (in Polish) Konwersatorium w języku obcym
ECTS credit allocation (and other scores): 4.00 Basic information on ECTS credits allocation principles:
  • the annual hourly workload of the student’s work required to achieve the expected learning outcomes for a given stage is 1500-1800h, corresponding to 60 ECTS;
  • the student’s weekly hourly workload is 45 h;
  • 1 ECTS point corresponds to 25-30 hours of student work needed to achieve the assumed learning outcomes;
  • weekly student workload necessary to achieve the assumed learning outcomes allows to obtain 1.5 ECTS;
  • work required to pass the course, which has been assigned 3 ECTS, constitutes 10% of the semester student load.
Language: English
(in Polish) Dyscyplina naukowa, do której odnoszą się efekty uczenia się:

law
Subject level:

advanced
Learning outcome code/codes:

enter learning outcome code/codes
Preliminary Requirements:

(in Polish) English B1/B2
Short description: (in Polish)

This course offers an in-depth analysis of the most prevalent scams and cybercrimes, focusing on how victims are deceived, the psychology behind their susceptibility, and effective prevention methods. The curriculum explores the dynamics between cyber criminals and their victims, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary digital threats.
Full description: (in Polish)

1. Introduction to Victimology: Understanding the scope of victimology in the context of cybercrimes.

2. Types of Cyber Scams: Detailed examination of common online scams including phishing, advance fee fraud, and romance scams.

3. Psychological Profiles of Victims: Analysis of the common characteristics and psychological profiles of cybercrime victims.

4. Tactics Used by Cybercriminals: Exploration of the strategies and psychological manipulations used by perpetrators to deceive their victims.

5. Impact of Cybercrimes on Victims: Discussing the short-term and long-term psychological, financial, and social effects on victims.

6. Legal Frameworks and Victim Rights: Overview of international and national laws protecting victims of cybercrimes.

7. Preventative Measures and Security Practices: Learning about personal and organizational practices to prevent becoming a victim of cybercrimes.

8. Case Studies: In-depth analysis of notable cybercrime cases and their impact on victims and legislation.

9. Victim Support and Resources: Resources available for cybercrime victims, including legal and psychological support systems.

10. Future Trends in Cybercrime and Victimology: Predicting future trends in cyber scams and the evolution of cyber victimology.
Bibliography: (in Polish)

1. W. Petherick, G. Sinnamon - The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behavior: Victim and Offenders Perspectives, Elsevier 2017

2. L. E. Daigle – Victimology. The Essentials, SAGE 2017
Efekty kształcenia i opis ECTS: (in Polish)

VIC_K1_W01: Students will understand the foundational concepts and theories of victimology as they pertain to cybercrimes.

VIC_K2_U02: Students will be able to identify and analyze various cyber scams and understand why certain demographics are more vulnerable.

VIC_K3_K03: Students will develop critical thinking skills necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of different preventive measures against cybercrimes.

VIC_K4_W04: Students will gain knowledge of the legal rights of victims and the responsibilities of different stakeholders in protecting those rights.

VIC_K5_U05: Students will apply their knowledge in practical scenarios to assess risks and recommend strategies to mitigate these risks for potential victims.
Assessment methods and assessment criteria: (in Polish)

Course Delivery Method: Interactive lectures supplemented with audiovisual materials to enhance understanding and engagement.

Examination Criteria: Students will be assessed either through an oral examination or a video presentation. The assessment will focus on their understanding of course content, the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations, and the effectiveness of their communication and argumentation skills.
Practical placement: (in Polish)

-

Classes in period "Winter semester 2023/24" (past)

Time span: 2023-10-01 - 2024-01-31
Selected timetable range:
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Type of class:
Conversatorium, 8 hours more information
Coordinators: Marcin Rau
Group instructors: Marcin Rau
Students list: (inaccessible to you)
Examination: Course - graded credit
Conversatorium - graded credit
(in Polish) E-Learning:

(in Polish) E-Learning (pełny kurs) z podziałem na grupy
(in Polish) Opis nakładu pracy studenta w ECTS:

(in Polish) • Lecture (30 hours) - 1 ECTS: Participation in the lecture focused on the theoretical and practical aspects of victimology.

• Independent Study (30 hours) - 1 ECTS: Self-study involving reading assigned texts and articles on victimology and cybercrimes.

• Research Assignments (20 hours) - 1 ECTS: Conducting independent research on specific cybercrimes and creating reports on findings including prevention strategies.

• Preparation for Examination (20 hours) - 1 ECTS: Review and synthesis of course material in preparation for the final exam or assessment to validate the comprehension and application of the course content.
Type of subject:

optional with limited choices
(in Polish) Grupa przedmiotów ogólnouczenianych:

(in Polish) nie dotyczy
Short description: (in Polish)

This course offers an in-depth analysis of the most prevalent scams and cybercrimes, focusing on how victims are deceived, the psychology behind their susceptibility, and effective prevention methods. The curriculum explores the dynamics between cyber criminals and their victims, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary digital threats.
Full description: (in Polish)

1. Introduction to Victimology: Understanding the scope of victimology in the context of cybercrimes.

2. Types of Cyber Scams: Detailed examination of common online scams including phishing, advance fee fraud, and romance scams.

3. Psychological Profiles of Victims: Analysis of the common characteristics and psychological profiles of cybercrime victims.

4. Tactics Used by Cybercriminals: Exploration of the strategies and psychological manipulations used by perpetrators to deceive their victims.

5. Impact of Cybercrimes on Victims: Discussing the short-term and long-term psychological, financial, and social effects on victims.

6. Legal Frameworks and Victim Rights: Overview of international and national laws protecting victims of cybercrimes.

7. Preventative Measures and Security Practices: Learning about personal and organizational practices to prevent becoming a victim of cybercrimes.

8. Case Studies: In-depth analysis of notable cybercrime cases and their impact on victims and legislation.

9. Victim Support and Resources: Resources available for cybercrime victims, including legal and psychological support systems.

10. Future Trends in Cybercrime and Victimology: Predicting future trends in cyber scams and the evolution of cyber victimology.
Bibliography: (in Polish)

1. W. Petherick, G. Sinnamon - The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behavior: Victim and Offenders Perspectives, Elsevier 2017

2. L. E. Daigle – Victimology. The Essentials, SAGE 2017
Wymagania wstępne: (in Polish)

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Classes in period "Winter semester 2024/25" (future)

Time span: 2024-10-01 - 2025-01-31
Selected timetable range:
Navigate to timetable
Type of class:
Conversatorium, 8 hours more information
Coordinators: Marcin Rau
Group instructors: Marcin Rau
Students list: (inaccessible to you)
Examination: Course - graded credit
Conversatorium - graded credit
Type of subject:

obligatory
(in Polish) Grupa przedmiotów ogólnouczenianych:

(in Polish) nie dotyczy
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