Criminology and Criminal Justice - Foundation Degree (Lancaster University)

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In Blackpool

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    Blackpool

If you are interested in examining the etymology of criminology at every conceivable level then the Foundation Degree and BA (Hons) top up explores the scientific discipline by incorporating various disciplines such as psychology, sociology, law, human rights, penology, criminal justice and psychiatry.

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Blackpool (Lancashire)
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Palatine Road, FY1 4DW

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Course programme

Year 1 (Level 4)

CCJ101 Principles of Criminology (20 credits) introduces the key theoretical developments in the criminological enquiry. A key aim of the module is to develop student’s proficiency in the practice of critique. This includes developing the ability to identify underlying theoretical perspectives and ideologies that inform theory, to question taken-for-granted assumptions within the field of crime and justice and to construct clear, logical arguments informed by theory.

CCJ102 The Criminal Justice Environment (20 credits) introduction to the English legal system, police powers, Crown Prosecution Service, basic characteristics and functioning of legal systems. This module has been designed to develop both your general study and legal study skills and also your legal knowledge by considering the ideas of rules, rights and justice. You will consider the way in which rules develop, how laws are made and enforced, how rights are conferred and the concept of justice which underpins them

CCJ103 Alternative Responses (20 credits) examines alternative responses to offending behaviour including psychological interventions, mediation, advocacy, community sentences and restorative and community justice. The effectiveness and appropriateness of these interventions will be examined and future developments in the field will be discussed. Current government initiatives in dealing with the ‘crime issue’ will also be examined and students will apply knowledge to a range of case studies.

CCJ104 Crime, Punishment and Human Rights (20 credits) considers the relationship between crime and punishment and theory and practice in the criminal justice system, including evaluation of different explanations of and justifications for the implementation of the penal system and alternatives to that system. The unit will explore some of the key issues and debates concerning custodial sentences, including the issues of youth custody, women in prisons and mental health issues within the prison system. Secondly the unit will examine theories of criminalization, morality and the law in relation to ‘victimless’ crimes will be examined. In particular, the impact of moral ethical issues surrounding the Euthanasia debate will be investigated.

CCJ105 Crime and Society (20 credits) focuses on the relationships between crime, victimisation and other complex aspects of society including mental health, drugs and alcohol, disability and race and ethnicity. Learners will examine the key concepts of social exclusion and social capital in relation to crime.

CCJ106 Working in the Criminal Justice System (20 credits) identify and explore developments in the criminal justice system. A key aim of the module is to contextualize student’s work-based experiences, undertaken at level 5, with the aim of improving reflective practice in the criminal justice system and related agencies. This includes developing the ability to identify different penal logics and techniques that inform practice, to question taken-for-granted assumptions within the field of criminal justice and to construct clear, logical arguments informed by knowledge of the operation of the criminal justice system and the socio-political contexts in which it operates.

Year 2 (Level 5)

CCJ201 Criminological Thought (20 credits) identify and explore new perspectives and ways of thinking about crime and justice in the field of criminology and to examine the value of doing so. A key aim of the module is to develop student’s proficiency in the practice of critique. This includes developing the ability to identify underlying theoretical perspectives and ideologies that inform critical theory, to question taken-for-granted assumptions within the field of crime and justice and to construct clear, logical arguments informed by theory.

CCJ204 Research and Information Management (20 credits) introduction to methods and processes available to social scientists in researching Criminology and Criminal Justice. It explores the processes involved in locating and making sense of information used in the policy process and in generating new information through research.It introduces and examines a range of technologies to assess the use of information and provides skills in the use of such technologies and in the design, conduct and analysis of social research.

CCJ207 Work Based Learning (40 credits) link undergraduate-level learning to the workplace. The main focus is on the working environment. The method of learning, teaching and assessment is based on actual work as far as possible, on either a paid or voluntary basis. The structure of the module is such that it should benefit both the student and the employer.

Students are required to carry out a minimum of 50 hours at a work placement, leaving time for class-based sessions. These will take place mainly at the start of the first semester-to help learners prepare for the placement-and at the end of the second semester-to help learners complete the placement report.

Placements can take place at any recognised organisation involved in work relating either directly or indirectly to the criminal justice system. Additionally, the placement can involve either paid employment or voluntary work. How learners complete the 50 hours in, is something that will be negotiated with the placement provider in order to sort out arrangements that are mutually convenient for both parties.

Criminology and Criminal Justice - Foundation Degree (Lancaster University)

Price on request