BSc (Hons) Criminology with Psychology
01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030
| Course Leader | Daniel Welch |
|---|---|
| Course Team | Janine Vickery |
| Awarding Body | |
| Teaching Institutions | University of South Wales |
| Modes of Study | Full Time, Part Time |
Document Version
| Version | 1 |
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| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
QAA Benchmarks
Educational Aim
Learning Outcomes
Course Structure
Level 4 Modules
| Module Code | Module Id | Module Title | Module Status | Credit Value | Module Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CM1S017 | MOD013020 | Inside the criminal justice system | Running | 20 | specified |
| CM1S020 | MOD013541 | Exploring Crime and Deviance | Running | 20 | specified |
| CM1S021 | MOD013542 | From Theory to Impact: Essential Research in Criminology | Running | 20 | specified |
| PL1D001 | MOD012191 | Critical Perspectives in Psychology | Running | 40 | specified |
| CM1H009 | MOD013544 | Beyond the Books: Academia, Employment and Professionalism | Running | 10 | specified |
| CM1H010 | MOD013545 | The Real Impact of Crime: Vulnerability and Victims | Running | 10 | specified |
| CM1S020W | MOD013541C | Archwilio Trosedd a Gwyredd | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM1S017W | MOD013633C | Y Yu Mewn i'r System Cyfiawnder Troseddol | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM1H009W | MOD013712C | Tu Hwnt i'r Llyfrau: Academia, Cyflogaeth a Phroffesiynoldeb | Running | 10 | optional |
Level 5 Modules
| Module Code | Module Id | Module Title | Module Status | Credit Value | Module Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PL2S131 | MOD010498 | From Cells to Consciousness | Running | 20 | specified |
| PL2S132 | MOD010499 | Lifespan Development in the Social Context | Running | 20 | specified |
| CM2S057 | MOD013572 | Unmasking Violent Crime | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM2S058 | MOD013573 | Substance Use and Misuse: A line too far? | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM2S059 | MOD013574 | Beyond Borders: Serious, Organised, and Transnational Crime | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM2S063 | MOD013623 | Work Experience | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM2S059W | MOD013850C | Y Tu Hwnt i Ffiniau: Trosedd Difrifol, Drefnedig ac Ardrawsgenedlaethol | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM2S056 | MOD013569 | Researching Crime, Security and Justice | Running | 20 | specified |
| CM2S056W | MOD013818C | Ymchwilio i Droseddu, Diogelwch a Chyfiawnder | Running | 20 | optional |
Level 6 Modules
| Module Code | Module Id | Module Title | Module Status | Credit Value | Module Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PL3S151 | MOD010477 | Health Psychology across the Lifespan | Running | 20 | specified |
| PL3S158 | MOD010493 | Forensic Psychology | Running | 20 | specified |
| CM3D03 | MOD013575 | Criminal Justice Inquiry: Dissertation | Running | 40 | specified |
| CM3S057 | MOD013576 | Behind Bars and Beyond: Exploring Prisons, Probation, and Resettlement | Running | 20 | specified |
| CM3S058 | MOD013577 | Exploring Homicide: From Corporate Homicide to Serial Killers | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM3S059 | MOD013578 | Breaking the Silence: Examining Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence | Running | 20 | optional |
| CM3D03W | MOD013819C | Ymchwiliad Cyfiawnder Troseddol: Traethawd Hir | Running | 40 | optional |
Teaching and Assessment
Learning and Teaching Methods
Employer Engagement
Means of Assessment
Learning Support
Course Exit Points
| Award | Criteria | Final |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science (with Honours) | 360 credits of which at least 100 must be at Level 6 or above, 120 at Level 5 or above, 120 at Level 4 or above and no more than 20 at Level 3. | Final |
| Bachelor of Science (Unclassified) | 300 credits of which at least 40 must be at Level 6 or above, 120 at Level 5 or above, 120 at Level 4 or above and no more than 20 at Level 3 | Intermediate |
| Certificate of Higher Education | 120 credits of which at least 100 must be at Level 4 or above and no more than 20 at Level 3. | Exit |
| Diploma of Higher Education | 240 credits of which at least 100 must be at Level 5 or above, 120 credits at Level 4 or above and no more than 20 credits at Level 3. | Exit |
Progression Route
The BSc degree programmes in Criminology and Policing will provide ideal preparation and precursory entry qualifications to Level 7 qualifications in similar subject disciplines.
Available at USW are:
MA Professional Policing
MSc International Security and Risk Management
MSc International Security and Risk Management (Counter Terrorism)
MSc Crime and Justice
MSc Working with Adults and Young People who Offend
Entry Requirements
Admission to the course is typically through the following qualifications:
Inclusive Curriculum Statement
The University of South Wales operates a policy of inclusive learning, teaching and assessment to ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to fulfil their educational potential. Course teams will have considered ways of designing out any potentially disadvantageous element of courses during the course design process. However some specific needs may remain, details about how to apply to have your needs assessed can be found at: http://unilife.southwales.ac.uk/pages/3040-disability-and-dyslexia-service/
Addendum for Delivery at a Partner Institution
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Methods Of Quality Standards
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Quality Of Standards Indicators
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