Criminology

Specification:

WJec Applied Diploma in Criminology

Qualification Type:

Entry criteria (GCSE grades):

4 in English

Subject description:

Criminology is the scientific study of criminal behaviour on individual, social and national levels, and how it can be managed, controlled and prevented.

This course enables students to use theories of criminality to analyse criminal situations and make recommendations for policy. Students also develop the knowledge and skills to research policy in practice, assess campaigns for changes in awareness and examine information to review verdicts in criminal cases.

Criminology Curriculum Journey

We follow the WJEC specification in Criminology:

Year 1 Certificate units	Year 2 Diploma
Unit 1 changing awareness of crime assessed by internal controlled assessment (50%)	Unit 3 Crime scene to courtroom assessed by internal controlled assessment (50%)
Unit 2 Criminological theories assessed by external exam (50%)	Unit 4 crime & punishment assessed by external exam (50%)

Useful Revision video:

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Teacher responsible: Mrs D Clarke