Criminology
(BA) Criminology
Entry for 2024
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 6 in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
Explain major criminological concepts and theories, and their potential application
Critically evaluate competing criminological explanations theories and concepts in a variety of national and international contexts
Explain major sociological concepts and theories and be able to relate criminological concepts, theories and findings to this sociological tradition
Demonstrate knowledge of the structure, processes and and practices of the criminal justice system of England and Wales
Analyse the significance of social inequalities and social diversity for processes of criminalisation, victimisation and social control
Reflect on the relationship between criminological theory and concepts, and empirical data
Identify major methods of data collection in social research, and assess the appropriateness of their use in different contexts
Formulate criminological questions and plan how to answer them
Select and use appropriate research methods (including questionnaires, interviews, observation and documentary analysis)
Distinguish between ethical and unethical research practice
Make simple analyses of quantitative and qualitative data using appropriate methods
Communicate research findings to an academic audience
Critically discuss criminological topics drawing on criminological theory, and relevant evidence and empirical examples, and present the conclusions in a variety of academic formats such as essays, examinations, presentations and portfolios
Explain and critically evaluate how far criminological concepts, theories and empirical research findings are relevant to policy questions in national and international contexts
Full-time course composition
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