With its vibrant, student-focused approach and authoritative yet accessible coverage of all key topics, The Oxford Textbook on Criminology is the essential companion to exploring, explaining, and responding to crime. While other books simply impart information The Oxford Textbook on Criminology goes further, equipping readers with the confidence and skills to form their own views and treating them as fellow knowledge-generating criminologists.

This highly engaging introduction supports undergraduates throughout their criminological journey, from their first encounter with the discipline to conducting independent research and considering career options. Its fresh, contemporary account of the subject includes chapters dedicated to the hot topics of global criminology, social harm, and green criminology, as well as 'New frontiers' boxes which highlight recent and emerging developments in each area.

At every turn, concepts and theories are set into a real world context and readers are encouraged to unpick the issues. 'What do you think?' boxes challenge students to question their assumptions and critically reflect on their personal viewpoints, while 'Controversy and debate' and 'Conversations' boxes help students apply the knowledge they've gained. The authors' explanations are brought to life by the voices and experiences of a wide variety of people connected to criminology and the criminal justice system, from students and academics to police officers and crime victims.

Digital formats and resources

The second edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources.

- The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with self-assessment activities, answers to the review questions, and links that offer extra learning support: [...]

- These study tools that enhance the e-book are also available as stand-alone online resources for use alongside the print book.

Online resources for students:

- Over 300 multiple choice questions
- Suggested answers to the end of chapter questions
- Additional chapters on the criminal justice systems of the UK's devolved jurisdictions
- Checklists, templates, and resources on academic writing; research ethics; and employability

For lecturers:

- Exam and essay questions for each chapter
- Customizable PowerPoint slides for each chapter
- A teaching pack for each chapter, containing ideas on how to use the book material in lectures and smaller groups
- Downloadable versions of all figures in the book