Criminology - A level

Course summary

Why study Criminology? Ever wonder why crime happens? Are some people biologically predisposed to commit crime or is it learned behaviour? How do we decide what is classed as criminal behaviour? What are the different role that people might play when a crime is detected? Then perhaps a course in Criminology is for you. What is Criminology? • Criminology is the study of why individuals commit crime. By understanding why crimes are committed we can put measures in place to prevent crime and rehabilitate offenders. • This course will enable you to understand different theories into why individuals commit crime, analyse criminal situations and suggest ways to reduce and prevent crime. • You will also develop the knowledge and skills to research policy in practice, assess campaigns for changes in awareness and examine information to review verdicts in criminal cases. This course is ideally suited to those Those interested in why crime happens? Are some people biologically predisposed to commit crime or is it learned behaviour? How do we decide what is classed as criminal behaviour? What are the different role that people might play when a crime is detected? Then perhaps a course in Criminology is for you.