CM1S017 - Inside the criminal justice system 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CM1S017 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Inside the criminal justice system | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Policing and Criminology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Criminology | ||
| Module Leader: | Marian Buhociu | ||
| Module Team: | Helen Martin, Daniel Welch, Candice Arthur, Kirsty Richards, Janine Vickery | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2024 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
The module aims to introduce students to the Criminal Justice System of England and Wales by outlining the role of criminal justice institutions in the various stages of the criminal justice process.
Content Summary
Introduction to the legal system of England and Wales:
What is crime;
Official reporting of crime statistics.
Nature and functions of Criminal Law
Mapping of Criminal Justice agencies
Court processes and procedures
The structure of the judicial system
Highlighting critical issues regarding the institutions and processes involved at each step: from arrest to the pre-court stage, following on to court, custody, and release/parole.
The role of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Police, Courts, Probation, and Prison Service.
Charging options available to the Police and CPS.
Sentencing guidelines and options available to the Court.
Out of court disposals and Prosecution Courts system and Personnel
Juries and Sentencing
Sentencing philosophy
Sentencing framework and key legislation
The module will also cover content on the following topics:
Criminal Justice Models
Inside the police station: Rights of suspects in detention and appropriate adults
Criminal conduct
Community sentences and Probation custodial sentences and prison
Introduction to how Legislation is created in England and Wales
Early release, parole and resettlement
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 84 |
| Directed Study | 80 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative and Criminal Justice System within England and Wales. |
| LO2 | Describe the role of criminal justice institutions in various stages of the criminal process. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | An exam, administered within the timetabled teaching session - takes place under controlled conditions. | 90 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | ✘ | ✘ | |