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School:
School of Human and Health Sciences
Credit Rating:
40
Level (including FHEQ):
F (FHEQ Level 4)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2022-09-01
Module Leader:
Vickie Barrett
Version Number
2023.01
Learning Methods
Lecture
Seminar
Guided Independent Study
Synopsis
This module explores the nature of crime and deviancy, the main perspectives in explaining crime and criminal behaviour, and the structures of the criminal justice system. You’ll start by examining the definitions of crime, followed by an exploration of the criminal legal system including the key criminal offences and defenses. … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
Lectures and seminars will be used to deliver key substantive content. Additional guided reading and activities will be set out in the module handbook to support directed study, which will also make use of the VLE. Students are also expected to contribute 312 hours of private study.
Outline Syllabus
The module is split into 4 areas of study:
1. What are Crime, Disorder and Anti-Social Behaviour?2. Legislative Responses to Social and/or Criminal Problems3. Explaining Crime and Criminal Behaviour4. Informal and Formal Responses to Crime and Criminal Behaviour.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Discuss the nature of crime and anti-social behaviour.
2.
Identify the processes of formulating legislation in England and Wales.
3.
Identify key principles in criminal law.
4.
Assess key explanations for crime, criminal behaviour and disorder.
5.
Outline the system through which criminal legislation is developed.
6.
Present the key features of the criminal justice system.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Other
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Project Work
Assessment 2: Presentation
Assessment 3: Exam
Assessment Criteria
The School generic grading criteria and the Learning Outcomes will apply.
The flow chart group presentation will be marked as a group, with a mark given to the group.
The expectation is that text based assessment will be submitted via Turnitin®.