Dr. Martin Dufresne

Associate Professor

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Biography

Martin Dufresne is an Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa, specializing in the intersection of criminology and technology. His theoretical and methodological interests include actor-network theory (ANT), pragmatism, and the sociology of science, particularly in relation to criminal justice history. Dufresne's research delves into the technological and scientific controversies within the fields of biocriminology and green criminology, emphasizing the role of various actors in these domains. His work also explores the contributions of Michel Foucault, particularly in understanding governmentality and individual identity within the justice system. He teaches several graduate-level courses, focusing on the relationship between criminal justice, media, and technology, alongside the history of criminological thought. Dufresne has a robust publication record, contributing to journals that address theoretical approaches to criminology and the impact of science and technology on society.

Research Interests

Courses

CRM8500: Doctoral Seminar CRM4715: Criminal Justice and Media CRM3726: Criminal Justice and Technology CRM1701: History of Criminological Thought

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History