Social Science

Course summary

Criminology Course Overview: - Changing Awareness of Crime - Criminology Theories In addition to the core Criminology units, students will also study: - Personal Development - citizenship skills: including equality and diversity to treat others with respect and fairness, embrace differences and, prevent radicalisation. Also, health and safety, safe use of IT, safeguarding, preparation for work and job search skills. - Periodic personal reviews with course/personal tutor to monitor performance by celebrating successes and setting targets for improvement. - A 36-hour placement which students must source to be able to develop work related transferable skills. In addition to the coreCriminology units, year 2 students will also study: - Personal Development - reinforcing citizenship skills: including equality and diversity to treat others with respect and fairness, embrace differences and, prevent radicalisation. Also, health and safety, safe use of IT, safeguarding, preparation for work and job search skills. - Periodic personal reviews with course/personal tutor to monitor performance by celebrating successes and setting targets for improvement. - A 36-hour placement - which students must source - to be able to develop work related transferable skills but only if this was not achieved in year 1. Students also receive Careers guidance, support in preparation for and completion of the application to UCAS. There is also support to secure an Apprenticeship.