Criminology Advanced Diploma Level 4

About This Course

The Criminology Advanced Diploma Level 4 is designed to immerse learners in the study of criminology, addressing key questions and debates within the field. Explore theoretical discussions on the causes of crime and criminal behaviour, alongside historical and modern approaches to crime management.

Delve into persistent issues like youth crime, drugs, violence, and anti-social behaviour, and understand the controversies surrounding crime causes and criminal justice policies.

This Level 4 qualification equips you with essential criminology principles, preparing you for further specialised study. Gain new perspectives and a deeper understanding of crime in contemporary Britain.

Course Benefits

This course enhances your understanding of criminology by examining social, psychological, and political influences on crime. The Criminology Advanced Diploma Level 4 is perfect for those wanting to delve deeper than introductory concepts, offering insights into crime theories and justice systems.

Key topics include youth offending, drug-related crime, and violence, explored through theory and case studies. The course encourages critical thinking about criminal justice responses, preparing you for further study or a career in criminal justice.

Course Units

Qualification Title: Criminology Advanced Diploma Level 4

Unit 1: Introduction to Criminology

Unit 2: The UK Criminal Justice System

Unit 3: Crime Data and Criminal Statistics

Unit 4: Theories of Crime 1: Individuals and Crime

Unit 5: Police and Policing

Unit 6: Crime Prevention

Unit 7: Victims and Victimisation

Unit 8: The Courts and Sentencing

Unit 9: Prisons and Probation

Unit 10: Theories of Crime 2: Society and Crime

Unit 11: Inequality and Crime

Unit 12: Youth Crime

Unit 13: Drugs and Crime

Unit 14: Corporate Crime

Unit 15: Transnational and Organised Crime
Unit 16: Environmental Crime
Unit 17: Cyber Crime
Unit 18: Sexual Offences and Violent Crime
Unit 19: Criminal Profiling
Unit 20: Crime and the Media

Assessment

Each unit requires the learner to submit an assessment to their individual tutor. The tutor will then evaluate the submission and provide feedback.

Required Knowledge

No prior knowledge is needed to enrol. The course is open to anyone interested in Criminology. Start anytime and learn at your own pace for up to 12 months with full tutor support.

Awarding Body

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive certification from National Institution of Qualifications (NIOQ).

This course has been designed to meet the requirements of specific learners or employers. It is endorsed by National Institution of Qualifications, meaning the course has undergone external quality checks to ensure that they are maintained and delivered to an excellent standard.

National Institution of Qualifications are a national certificating organisation. Endorsement of our courses ensures learners have access to high quality materials that cover all learning outcomes, helping them to achieve their potential.

Support

From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience within counselling can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as three months, or using the full twelve months.

You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.

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