Criminology

Students taking the criminology diploma will be able to study a diverse range of case studies in order to fully examine the reasons why people undertake any forms of crime. Students will cover a vast array of criminal theories underpinning reasons for crime and deviance and evaluate these theories. As well as this, students will examine all different types of crime ranging from white collar crime to hate crime and why crime may go unreported. With this, students will examine how the media portray crime. Students will also explore the forensic nature of crimes and learn about who is involved from forensics, pathologists to the role of the Crown Prosecution Service. Furthermore, students will also learn about how our punishment system works and evaluate laws and social order. The diploma incorporates both formal examinations and written coursework.

Exams

The course will cover the following topic areas:

  • Unit 1: (Year 12) Changing awareness of Crime - controlled assessment - 8 hours

  • Unit 2: (Year 12) Criminological Theories - formal examination - 1hr 30 minutes

  • Unit 3: (Year 13) Crime Scene to Courtroom - controlled assessment - 8 hours

  • Unit 4: (Year 13) Crime and Punishment - formal examination - 1 hr 30 minutes

Entry Requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 4-9, including maths and grade 5 at GCSE in English language.

Exam Board

WJEC CBAC - Click here to visit the course page on the WJEC CBAC website.

Contact

Miss N. Narburgh – Curriculum Leader: Social Sciences

Transition to KS5

All Year 11 students will be automatically added to our ‘Transition to KS5’ team once their GCSEs are completed. Students can check out the transition materials for as many of our subjects as they like.