Overview
Criminology is the scientific study of crime and criminals. It is a multi-disciplinary approach that draws together methods and perspectives from a range of social sciences, including sociology and psychology. There are therefore some areas of commonality with these subjects; however, none of these subjects alone provides the same insights as are to be gained from the multi-disciplinary approach of criminology.
Course Content
The Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to Principles of Criminology is designed to provide learners with an effective experience in developing study skills and the initial stages of learning about the discipline in terms of the concepts, theories and perspectives which characterise criminology. It is designed as an introduction to the study of criminology, and as such it does not provide, on its own, progression to work in criminology or a career as a criminologist or in any other forensic service(s).
Requirements
This course is designed for students with grade three in Maths and English, who wish to develop a range of skills amd gain an introductory knowledge of criminology and progress to further study in a variety of courses.
Students have the opportunity to progress to Level 3 with successful completion of this course, and the GCSE entry requirements being met.
Careers
The Level 2 Diploma in Criminology has elements of psychology, law and sociology that complement studies in humanities. The main purpose of the qualification is to support access to higher education degree courses, such as:
- Criminology
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Criminology and Psychology
- Law with Criminology
- Criminology and Sociology
- Psychology and Sociology