A virtual 3 week course which explores criminological theories on the political left, right and centre.

A three-week online course which will run on the 8th, 15th and 22nd May 2026, from 2pm – 3.30pm.

Part 1 (Left Realist criminology) – Friday 8th May, 2.00pm to 3.30pm

Part 2 (Right Realist criminology) – Friday 15th May, 2.00pm to 3.30pm

Part 3 (Centrist criminology) – Friday 22nd May, 2.00pm to 3.30pm

The link should be avalibale via Eventbrite. If you have any problems accessing the link, please contact Robin Herne at robin.herne@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk.

What causes crime – and how should society respond? This thought-provoking online series explores how criminological theories differ across the political spectrum. From Left to Right and Centre, discover how each viewpoint explains criminal behaviour and proposes solutions, revealing the deep connections between politics, justice, and social control.

Bio: Robin Herne is Course Leader for Sociology at the University and Professional Development Centre, as well as a storyteller, poet, artist, and broadcaster. Robin has published poetry, fiction, and academic work, and is a founding member of Clan Ogma and the Ipswich Pagan Council. He was also honoured as the first Chief Bard of the Fens. His lectures blend scholarship with creativity, bringing history and belief systems vividly to life.