Criminology

Criminology is the scientific study of crime and criminals, incorporating a range of different subjects including Psychology, Sociology, Law and Forensic Science. The subject covers a variety of aspects related to crime from the causes of the crime to the processes involved in criminal investigations such as forensics and offender profiling.

CRIMINOLOGY

CERTIFICATE • LEVEL 2 This course introduces you to the different types of crime and possible explanations as to why some people commit crime including biological, psychological and sociological theories. CRIMINOLOGY CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA • LEVEL 3 During the course, you will study the psychology of crime as well as analysing how the media reports crime. You will also investigate the techniques used in the investigation of a crime and the effectiveness of different strategies used to reduce criminality. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five GCSEs at grade 9–3, including English Language. WHAT NEXT This course provides opportunities to continue studying in further education at

Level 3 including Criminology. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five GCSEs at grade 9–4, including Maths and a minimum grade 5 in English Language. BTEC Level 2 qualifications considered in subject related courses. WHAT NEXT Studying criminology alongside other Level 3 subjects can provide entry into Higher Education.

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