Criminology

Criminology is the scientific study of crime. The focus is on criminal
behaviour, and the societal response to it. It examines the root causes of
why people commit the crimes that they do, and the impact of unlawful
acts. It also considers how effect law enforcement is, how the legal
system works, and assessing rehabilitation programs.

The Level 3 Applied Diploma allows students to develop knowledge and
understanding of key criminological concepts, theories and studies.
Students also develop the skills of analysis and evaluation, which they will
demonstrate in both the controlled assessments and scenario-based
exam questions.
At Tabor Academy we follow the WJEC specification.
How will I be assessed?

• Unit 1 - Controlled Assessment
• Unit 2 – Exam Unit
• Unit 3 – Controlled Assessment
• Unit 4 – Exam Unit

Unit 1 - Changing Awareness of Crime: explores different types of crime, why some
go unreported, and how to plan campaigns for change. An 8-hour assessment worth
25% of your mark.

Unit 2 - Criminological Theories: investigates biological, psychological, and
sociological theories to understand why people commit crimes. An External 1.5-
hour exam work 25% of your exam.

Unit 3 - Crime Scene to Courtroom: examines the criminal justice process from
identifying a crime to the courtroom verdict and evaluating evidence. An 8-hour
assessment worth 25% of your mark.

Unit 4 - Crime and Punishment focuses on the criminal justice system in
England and Wales, evaluating the effectiveness of social control agencies and
different types of punishment. An 8-hour assessment worth 25% of your mark.