Criminology
Outwood Grange Academy - Wakefield
01924204350
Potovens Lane, Outwood, Wakefield, WF1 2PF
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Course summary

Not all types of crime are alike. Are you interested in what different types of crime take place in our society and what kinds of crime exist, about which we know very little? How do we decide what behaviour is criminal? What are the roles of personnel involved when a crime is detected? Want a career in the police force, legal professions or forensic sciences? Perhaps you are interested to know more about the new exciting subject of Criminology? Either way this is the perfect course for you. Criminology is a course that combines the subjects of Psychology, Law, Science to form a new discipline of its own. The qualification allows learners to gain the required understanding and skills to be able to consider employment within some aspects of the Criminal Justice System, Law or police force eg. the National Probation Service, the Courts and Tribunals Service or the National Offender Management Service. This is a growing subject nationally and the first Criminology course offered at Level 3. It covers an exciting range of topics, Including: - The Changing Awareness of Crime - Criminological Theories - Crime Scene to Courtroom - Crime and Punishment.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs 4-9, including English Language at Level 4 or above.

How you'll be assessed

Exams and controlled assessments in year 12 and 13

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityWakefield
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPotovens Lane, Outwood, Wakefield, WF1 2PF