Dr. Eric Beauregard

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Biography

Eric Beauregard is a professor in the School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University, where he also serves as the Associate Director of Research. He obtained his PhD from the University of Montreal in 2005. Prior to joining SFU in 2007, Beauregard worked for Correctional Service Canada, where he was responsible for the assessment of individuals convicted of sexual crimes. His research primarily focuses on areas such as sexual violence, homicide, the crime-commission process, and decision-making in criminal investigations. Over his career, he has published more than 200 publications, including seven books, and has provided training to law enforcement agencies globally.

Research Interests

Decision-Making Offending Process Modus Operandi Situational Approach to Crime Sex Offending Homicide Criminal Profiling Psychology of Criminal Investigation Clinical Criminology Typologies

Awards

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Dean's Medal Academic Excellence

2022-01-01
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Highly Commended Award Winner

2018-01-01
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Dean Graduate Studies Award of Excellence for Graduate Supervision

2016-01-01
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Paper Award (runner-up)

2014-01-01
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Highly Commended Award Winner

2013-01-01

Courses

CRIM 316: Sexual Offenders and Sexual Offenses CRIM 326: Criminological Analysis of Homicide CRIM 454: Criminal Profiling CRIM 456: Investigative Psychology Policing CRIM 801: Theories of Crime II CRIM 831: Sexual Violence

Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy