Psychology with Criminology Pathway

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Psychology with Criminology Pathway - Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science)
Are you fascinated by the science behind crime or do you want to find out more about the human mind? The Access to HE Diploma (Social Science) is an alternative route to A-Levels that many universities accept as part of their entry requirements. This flexible qualification will prepare you to start a social science degree course.
The field of social science looks at society and relationships between people. Psychology and criminology are popular pathways that can lead to a range of different job roles. Stonebridge’s course explores units on both topics, giving you scope to narrow your focus at university.
Access to HE Diplomas are ideal for busy students who are juggling a full-time job or family life. With no term dates, you can get started straightaway online.
How does my Access to HE Diploma work?
The modules are easy to understand and you’ll benefit from a wealth of interactive content. You can communicate with our experienced tutors via phone, email and our online platform, PEARL. You can also use PEARL to get in touch with like-minded students.
How long it takes you to complete your Access course really depends upon how much time you are able to dedicate to your studies. The programmes are designed to give you the flexibility to study at times that are suitable for you, and to fit your studies around your other commitments. The maximum time you have to complete your Diploma is outlined in your Individual Learning Plan (ILP). The minimum time you can complete your Access course is six months.
To successfully achieve your Access to HE Diploma and get to university, you’ll need to be dedicated and manage your time well. PEARL, our state-of-the-art Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) will regularly remind you about deadlines and our Student Support Officers are on hand if you need advice and guidance.
How will my Access to HE Diploma (Social Science) be assessed?

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  • Social Science
  • University
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  • Psychology
  • Access
  • Criminology

Course programme

SyllabusUnit 1: Preparing To Study

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand how study is organised and planned
  • Understand how to apply theories of learning in relation to personal approaches to learning
  • Understand a range of constraints upon study
  • Understand the importance of assessment feedback.

Unit 2: Academic Writing Skills

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to write with relevance in responding to an academic task.
  • Know how to interpret and discuss concepts and debates in responding to a set, academic writing task.
  • Be able to summarise for academic purposes, selecting key points, information or central ideas.
  • Understand the role of reference, allusion and paraphrase to avoid plagiarism.

Unit 3: Preparing a Written Assignment

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand how to use key information sources.
  • Understand why sources are acknowledged and referenced.
  • Understand a range of reading strategies.
  • Understand note-making methods.
  • Understand how to plan draft and produce a written assignment.

Unit 4: Independent Research

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to plan a piece of research on an approved subject area.
  • Be able to collect research material from different sources
  • Be able to use data to substantiate an argument
  • Be able to record sources of information
  • Be able to present research findings

Unit 5: The Origins of The Welfare State

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand what is meant by the term social welfare.
  • Know the purpose of the 1834 Poor Law Amendment Act and its effects on society.
  • Explain and discuss early twentieth century Liberal Reforms and their effect on society.
  • Recognise the significance of the Beveridge Report.
  • Recognise the social problems which the Welfare State attempted to address.

Unit 6: Progressing to Higher Education

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand potential next steps in education.
  • Understand key sources of information relevant to HE application.
  • Understand personal HE opportunities.
  • Understand the financial implications of further study.
  • Know how to apply for a course.

Unit 7: Introduction to Psychology

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the importance of research in psychology
  • Understand the main approaches in psychology.
  • Understand ethical issues in psychological research.

Unit 8: Introduction to Cognitive Psychology

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand research in an area of cognitive psychology.
  • Understand how the findings of research into cognitive processes can be applied to real-life issues

Unit 9: The Brain & Nervous System

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the major sub divisions of the nervous system.
  • Understand the structure and function of glial cells and neurons.

Unit 10: Abnormal Psychology

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the difficulties faced by psychologists in the definition and diagnosis of abnormal behaviour.
  • Understand a psychological disorder.
  • Understand therapy used to treat people with psychological disorders.

Unit 11: Psychology of Mental Illness

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the main issues arising from psychiatric diagnosis.
  • Understand the medical model of mental disorder.
  • Understand the symptoms, causes and treatments of schizophrenia.
  • Understand the symptoms, causes and treatments of affective disorders.
  • Understand the symptoms, causes and treatments of anxiety disorders.

Unit 12: Developmental Psychology

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the importance of early relationships in child development.
  • Understand explanations of the development of individual differences.

Unit 13: Introduction To Sociology

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the sociological approach and its distinction from common sense and other social sciences.
  • Understand basic concepts in sociological explanation.
  • Understand contrasting sociological perspectives.
  • Understand concepts and perspectives relating to a specific social institution.

Unit 14: The Criminology of Prisons

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the philosophical, social and official functions of imprisonment.
  • Distinguish between categories of prison and their relative costs.
  • Appreciate the effects of imprisonment and the increase in the prison population.

Unit 15: Criminal Justice & Social Policy

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Consider the key elements and developments of new right criminology.
  • Examine models of crime prevention.
  • Understand key arguments, current debates and developments in theories of crime control.
  • Examine arguments supporting an abandonment of ‘crime’.

Unit 16: Measurements of Crime

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Know sources of crime statistics.
  • Understand the reliability of published statistics on crime.
  • Understand factors that are not reflected in criminal statistics.

Unit 17: Understanding Crime & Deviance

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand explanations of crime and deviance.
  • Know theories of crime and deviance.
  • Understand perceptions of crime and deviance.

Unit 18: Criminal Law & Procedures

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the criminal court process and its personnel.
  • Understand sentencing policy and procedures.
Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 0 hrs.

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