This course has elements of Psychology, Law and Sociology that complement studies in humanities. The WJEC Eduqas Applied General Qualification is designed to offer exciting and interesting experiences. Throughout the course, students will gain an understanding of why people commit crime, different types of crime, influences on perceptions of crime and an understanding of the criminal justice system - from crime identification through to the final verdict. It offers a fascinating insight into the world of crime, the causes of crime, and how to effectively prevent it.
Course content
The course is made up for four mandatory units:
- Changing Awareness of Crime
- Criminological Theories
- Crime Scene to Courtroom
- Crime and Punishment
The course is made up for four mandatory units:
- Changing Awareness of Crime
- Criminological Theories
- Crime Scene to Courtroom
- Crime and Punishment
Methods of Assessment
The Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology is assessed using a combination of internal and external assessment. Two units (Criminological Theories and Crime and Punishment) are externally assessed. This involves a 90-minute examination with three sections where you will answer a series of different questions. Each section will have an applied problem-solving scenario linked to it.
The Changing Awareness of Crime and Crime Scene to Courtroom units are internally assessed with a controlled assessment (totalling 8 hours) being produced for each unit. Guidance will be given in these areas.
The Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology is assessed using a combination of internal and external assessment. Two units (Criminological Theories and Crime and Punishment) are externally assessed. This involves a 90-minute examination with three sections where you will answer a series of different questions. Each section will have an applied problem-solving scenario linked to it.
The Changing Awareness of Crime and Crime Scene to Courtroom units are internally assessed with a controlled assessment (totalling 8 hours) being produced for each unit. Guidance will be given in these areas.
Methods of Teaching & Learning
The course is taught by well-qualified and experienced staff, and students are provided with handouts for all topics. Teaching methods include lectures, analysing case studies, group discussions and presentations. Students are expected to undertake background research, write regular researched essays and learn key facts and theories to complete regular short answer responses. Up to date study material is issued throughout the course.
The course is taught by well-qualified and experienced staff, and students are provided with handouts for all topics. Teaching methods include lectures, analysing case studies, group discussions and presentations. Students are expected to undertake background research, write regular researched essays and learn key facts and theories to complete regular short answer responses. Up to date study material is issued throughout the course.
Enrichment
It is important that learners recognise that the knowledge and understanding they develop are vocationally relevant. Throughout the year, subject teachers will arrange trips to develop classroom learning. Guest speakers (e.g. Psychologists, Prison Officers and Drug Rehabilitation Workers) may also visit College to talk about their experiences within the world of Criminology/Criminal Justice.
It is important that learners recognise that the knowledge and understanding they develop are vocationally relevant. Throughout the year, subject teachers will arrange trips to develop classroom learning. Guest speakers (e.g. Psychologists, Prison Officers and Drug Rehabilitation Workers) may also visit College to talk about their experiences within the world of Criminology/Criminal Justice.
Progression
The Level 3 Diploma in Criminology provides a good basis for university degree courses in Criminology, Sociology, Law, Psychology and Forensic Science. This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to pursue a career in Criminology and provides an excellent basis to anyone wishing to pursue a career within Social Work, Mental Health, the Police Force, Customs and Revenue, Immigration, Prison Services, the NHS, Community Services, alongside a whole range of other careers.
Please be aware that some Russell Group Universities do not accept the Criminology Diploma.
The Level 3 Diploma in Criminology provides a good basis for university degree courses in Criminology, Sociology, Law, Psychology and Forensic Science. This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to pursue a career in Criminology and provides an excellent basis to anyone wishing to pursue a career within Social Work, Mental Health, the Police Force, Customs and Revenue, Immigration, Prison Services, the NHS, Community Services, alongside a whole range of other careers.
Please be aware that some Russell Group Universities do not accept the Criminology Diploma.
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