About the course

What do we mean by crime? How do experts and politicians explain crime and criminality? We tend to judge others’ behaviour by our moral principles – but these are not always consistent and based on accurate information. Criminology is the science or discipline that examines crime and criminal behaviour and the processes through which the justice system responds. Explore how the media impacts on the public’s perceptions of crime, what happens between the crime scene and the court room and how and why offenders are punished. Draw on the research of sociologists, psychologists and legal scholars to examine the nature, causes and consequences of behaviour. This popular course will give you a sharp insight into the different types of crime.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which includes: English and Mathematics

Think about studying alongside: Business Studies | Biology | Chemistry | Law | History | Psychology | Sociology

Assessment

You will be assessed twice internally. Units 1 and 3 are both internal assessments where students will sit a set task with the allowances of certain materials to help them. These assessments will be split over more than one day and usually last 8 hours. Unit 2 and 4 are externally assessed and are more of a traditional exam.

Careers & Progression

Criminal Investigator, Probation Officer, Crime Scene Technician, Detective, Legal Assistant, Crime Analyst, Police Officer, Forensic Scientist, Teacher.

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