Criminology (SCQF Level 5) - Study from Anywhere NPA
What is special about this course?
It is easy to see that the study of Criminology has increased with the growing fascination we have for trying to understand criminal activity. Even in popular culture crime shows have evolved from car chases and shoot up to the forensic analysis of solving crime. Are you inspired by Criminal Minds, CSI or The Making of a Murderer? Criminology might just be the direction for you!
Entry requirements
Preferably two National 4 qualifications in related discipline e.g. Modern Studies, English; History.
Prospective students without the standard entry requirements would be encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.
You will be invited to an interview.
The following subjects are covered:
- Criminology: Crime in the Community
- The History and Development of Criminology
- Criminology: Crime Scenes
Crime in the Community: Understanding the crime around us, the way the media present it and what is happening to stop it?
The History and Development of Criminology: Understanding why we learn about crime and criminality.
Crime Scenes: Students will evaluate how to process the scene of a crime, collating not only the physical evidence, but the psychological evidence too. Who committed this crime? It’s all there, in front of you
Equipment
The materials for the course will be on our virtual learning platform (Brightspace) and each week materials will be released for you to work though as self-directed learning. There are weekly learning activities to complete for example posting ideas on a discussion forum, completing a quiz, watching a video or reading.
You will have fortnightly online class with your lecturer. Online-classrooms provide you with real time interaction, contact and discussion with your lecturer and fellow students.
You need to commit to both the online classes and the self-directed learning. You can choose when to complete self-directed learning to fit around work, caring and personal commitments. Some self-directed learning must be done on a weekly basis.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Online
Online
How long will my course last?
1 YearThis course will be delivered over 30 weeks
How will I be assessed?
There are a variety of assessment methods used within this qualification. There will be written assessments, short tests, presentations and discussion.
Where can I study my course?
- Lerwick Campus
Start date
Start in mid-August each year
Fees
For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Further study in related social sciences, PDA Criminology L6, NC Social Sciences and onwards to a Criminology degree.
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
Apply for Criminology (SCQF Level 5) - Study from Anywhere NPA
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