Level 3 Certificate in Criminology
The Level 3 Certificate in Criminology offered by OXQUAL introduces the study of crime, criminal behaviour and justice systems. Learners explore major criminological theories, types of crime, policing, criminal justice, rehabilitation and research methods.
About this qualification
The Level 3 Certificate in Criminology offered by OXQUAL introduces the study of crime, criminal behaviour and justice systems. Learners explore major criminological theories, types of crime, policing, criminal justice, rehabilitation and research methods.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to Criminology
- History and Scope of Criminology
- Classical Crime Theories
- Biological Perspectives
- Psychological Perspectives
- Sociological Crime Theories
- Criminal Justice Systems
- Role of Police
- Courts and Judicial Processes
- Correctional Institutions
- Violent Crime
- Property Crime
- White-Collar Crime
- Cybercrime
- Organised Crime
- Law Enforcement Strategies
- Community Policing
- Crime and Society
- Victimisation
- Crime and Inequality
- Media Influence on Crime
- Criminal-Law Fundamentals
- Due Process
- Human-Rights Awareness
- Youth Crime and Deviance
- Juvenile Justice
- Crime Prevention
- Sentencing
- Rehabilitation
- Qualitative Criminology Research
- Quantitative Research Methods
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Students beginning criminology, law or social-science studies
- Individuals interested in policing, corrections or criminal justice
- Community-Service and Youth-Work Professionals
- Learners progressing from Level 2 social-science programmes
- Individuals preparing for advanced criminology study
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop foundational criminology knowledge.
- Understand major theories of criminal behaviour.
- Recognise different categories of crime.
- Understand key criminal-justice institutions.
- Explore social impacts of crime.
- Develop basic criminological analysis skills.
- Understand introductory research methods.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, case study and project.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, short answers, applied case study and criminology research project.
- Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 case study and 1 project.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 2 hours written plus 3 weeks for project submission.
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