Curricular Unit:			Code:
Transnational Crime			1163CRTR
Year:	Level:	Course:	Credits:
1	Master	Criminology	5 ects
Learning Period:		Language of Instruction:	Total Hours:
Spring Semester		Portuguese/English	65
Learning Outcomes of the Curricular Unit:
Locate transnational criminology within the field of the macro-dimensions of criminology. Apprehend the historical and contemporary dimensions of transnational crime, as well as the factors associated with the etiology of transnational crime. Critically analyse the factors that make states vulnerable to particular forms of transnational crime. Be able to identify and use data sources on transnational crime. Demonstrate the ability to independently research transnational crime topics and show understanding and oral presentation skills on the syllabus themes using technical terminology.
Syllabus:
1. Transnational criminology as study field 1.1 International criminology 1.2 Global criminology 1.3 Transnational criminology and transnational crime: theoretical and conceptual frontiers 2. Transnational crimes – research and action 2.1 Data sources on transnational crime 2.2 Transnational criminals 2.3 International policy measures to combat transnational crime 3. Contemporary forms of transnational crime 3.1. Human Trafficking 3.2 Drug trafficking 3.3 Illegal sale of antiques 3.4 Corruption and money laundering
Demonstration of the Syllabus Coherence with the Curricular Unit's Objectives:
Over the course students will analyse the different dimensions of transnational crime, including historical and contemporary patterns of this form of crime. Specific areas of transnational crime will also be addressed in order to provide students the opportunity to understand the factors that make countries particularly vulnerable to this form of crime.
Teaching Methodologies (Including Evaluation):
The teaching methodology is based on class lectures, complemented with individual written assignments.
Demonstration of the Coherence between the Teaching Methodologies and the Learning Outcomes:
The teaching methodology is based on exposure of concepts and analysis of situations, inviting students to discuss the issues addressed, seeking information on possible scenarios of transnational crime. This knowledge can be acquired through lectures, assignments, and discussions. Theoretical and practical; practical exercises on conducting bibliography research regarding thematic areas, using the databases subscribed by the University; group discussions where they will promote the analysis of the subjects addressed in this teaching unit.
Reading:
Breuer, N. & Varese, F. (2022). The structure of trade-type and governance-type organized crime groups: a network study. The British Journal of Criminology, 20, 1-22. Cruz, N. (2020). A hegemonia do crime organizado transnacional na União Europeia. Diário de Bordo. Ferreira, M. (2017). Estudos Críticos da Paz e Crime Organizado Transnacional. RCCS, 113, pp 29-50. Friedrichs, David (2007). Transnational Crime and Global Criminology: Definitional, Typological, and Contextual Conundrums. Social Justice, 34(2), 4-18. López, C. (2023). Border policing at sea: Tactics, routines, and the law in a Frontex patrol boat. The British Journal of Criminology, 63, 1-17. Machado, H. & Granja, R. (2020). Genética forense e a governança da criminalidade. Mitsilega V., Hufnagel, H.; Moiseienko, A. (2019). Research Handbook on Transnational Crime. Nelken, D. (2019). Whose best practices? The significance of context in and for transnational criminal justice indicators. Journal of law and society.