Law / Legal Studies

Course summary

Criminology is a modular two-year A Level equivalent course in the study of the nature, causes, and control of criminal behavior in both the individual and society. It is Interdisciplinary in that it draws on concepts from psychology, psychiatry, law, sociology, and social anthropology. Criminologists tackle some of the most pressing issues and dilemmas we face in society. They research crimes and try to explain why they happen, looking into the family life, mental state, social status, biology, and other aspects of the lives of criminals. The main aim of criminologists is to find ways to predict, deter, and prevent future crimes. They may assist law enforcement in catching criminals. The department has close links with several universities and students will have an opportunity to attend lectures by criminologists. Local universities also visit to offer support and guidance for university applications. The Year 2 Extended Certificate course consists of the following subjects: Unit 3: Crime Scene to Courtroom. • The process of criminal investigations. • Investigative techniques. • How evidence is processed. • Trial processes. Unit 4: Crime and Punishment • The processes of law-making and the organization of the criminal justice system. • Forms of social control. • Aims of punishment. • Roles, contributions, and effectiveness of agencies of social control.