Level 3 Criminology

Course code

MA064

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Attendance

Full time

Duration

2 years

Intake

September only

Criminology requires you to analyse crime and reasons for criminal behaviour, by applying theories from both psychology and sociology.

These courses have been designed to support you to progress onto university as well as careers in a variety of fields. Subject related topics and guest speakers will also feature as part of your study programme .

Qualification studied:

WJEC Level 3 Diploma in Criminology
A-level equivalent to be taken as part of an A-level Study Programme

The topics studied on this course are:

Types of crime and deviance
Reporting of crime
Impact of the media on the perception of crime
Methods used to gather crime statistics
Types of campaigns and planning a campaign for an unreported crime
Biological, individualistic and sociological theories of crime and their influence upon laws made
Personnel involved in the criminal investigation process, such as forensic scientists
Processing of evidence
Rights of suspects during a criminal investigation
Trial and appeal process in a criminal case
Rules of evidence for criminal cases
Law making processes
The role of punishment
Agencies of social control, such as the police

50% controlled assessment
50% exam

Future career opportunities may include:

National and Local Government
Human Resources
Healthcare
Social Work
Voluntary Agencies
Education
Criminology
Management

Positive Futures is a set of essential qualities, embedded throughout your study programme, that we seek to develop in all students:

Commitment
Collaboration
Confidence
Resilience

You will also engage in the Positive Futures Careers Programme, developing key employability skills through a diverse range of activities including work placements, volunteering, employer talks, industry study visits and employment and university fairs.

For A-level programmes: 6 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (to include 3 GCSEs at grade 9-4 and 3 GCSEs at grade 9-5). Require grade 9-4 in English Language and Maths.

As a Bury College student you will have access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute to your personal growth and development and support your academic studies.

These may include:

Art Club
Chess Club
Dance, Drama and Singing Workshops
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Gaming Hub
Music Club
Pride Club
Student Ambassador Scheme
A wide range of sport including Badminton, Cricket, Football, Fitness Training, Nerf, Netball, Volleyball and Table Tennis.

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