Menu Login Quick Links Criminology Overview The diploma is equivalent to one A-Level. Criminology examines why crime is committed (e.g. biological, psychological, and sociological explanations) as well as how the criminal justice system works and how crime leads to social policy change. The assessment includes coursework and examinations. Key Staff Mrs Hume - Head of Department Miss H Butler - Teacher of Social Sciences Miss H Duncan Miss I Thompson Mrs S Pedder - Teacher of SEN Curriculum Intent We teach Criminology as it is a subject that enhances understanding human behaviour - drawing on a wide range of disciplines, including Biology, Psychology, Sociology and Law . Students develop a broad set of academic skills as well as empathy and understanding of the policies to reduce offending. Criminology Level 3: WJEC Criminology is the scientific study of the nature causes, control and consequences of criminal behaviour. It examines why crime is committed focusing on biological, psychological, and sociological explanations, as well as how the criminal justice system works and how crime leads to social policy change. Criminology will enable learners to demonstrate understanding of different types of crime, influences on perceptions of crime and why some crimes are unreported and allow learners to gain an understanding of why people commit crime. The course is split into 4 units across Year 12 (unit 1 and unit 2) and Year 13 (unit 3 and unit 4). The assessment for this course is 50% controlled assessment and 50% external exam and the diploma is equivalent to one A-Level. Qualification structure: Unit Number Unit Title How is it assessed? Unit 1 Changing Awareness of Crime Internal Unit 2 Criminological Theories External 90 minutes Total of 75 marks Unit 3 Crime Scene to Courtroom Internal 90 minutes Total of 75 marks Unit 4 Crime & Punishment External The focus of learning is on building informed, balanced and clear arguments through academic research and investigation of contemporary issues in crime and criminal justice. The course covers areas of sociology, psychology and law and therefore requires some extended writing in both coursework and exams. Many students will continue to study Criminology or related courses at University. Employment possibilities in criminal justice include law enforcement, probation, parole as well as community support services. Opportunities also exist in research, policy analysis, journalism and information science. Year 12 Curriculum Assessment Plan Year 13 Curriculum Assessment Plan For further information regarding our Social Sciences Curriculum please contact: Mrs Hume rachel.hume@edgbarrowschool.co.uk Within this Section Corvus Learning Trust Headteacher's Welcome Curriculum Pastoral Support Departments Art & Photography Business and Economics Careers & Work-Related Learning Computer Science and IT Design & Technology Drama and Theatre English Geography History Languages Library Mathematics Music Physical Education Politics Progress-SEND Religious Studies Science Social Sciences Law Psychology Sociology Criminology Health & Social Care Governors Pupil Premium Newsletters OFSTED Parent View Policies Safeguarding School Vision & Values Latest News Sixth Form Open Evening 2021 Edgbarrow School Grant Road, Crowthorne Berkshire, RG45 7HZ 01344 772 658 01344 776 623 Email Us Get Directions Edgbarrow School is an academy and part of the Corvus Learning Trust, a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales, company number 11045796, registered at Corvus Learning Trust, Grant Road, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 7HZ. Tel: 01344 772658 © 2021 Edgbarrow School. All Rights Reserved. School Website by INCO