This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's Adult Skills Fund.
Our Level 2 Certificate in Criminology is designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge and experience in developing study skills and the discipline in terms of the concepts, theories and perspectives which characterise criminology.
Criminology is the scientific study of crime and criminals. It is a multi-disciplinary approach that draws together methods and perspectives from a range of social sciences, including sociology and psychology. There are therefore some areas of commonality within these subjects; however, none of these subjects alone provide the same insights as are to be gained from the multi-disciplinary approach of criminology.
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Course Details
The aims of the qualification are to enable you:
- To provide a foundation of academic study skills as the basis for a range of related progression options
- To provide an introduction to a range of substantive areas, basic concepts and theories within criminology
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Entry Guidelines
Applicants must be at least 19 years old when they commence study.
Applicants may be considered on their individual skills and experience.
You do not need formal qualifications for this course. However, you must be able to read and write clearly, interpret tasks, be willing to work independently, produce answers in a legible and understandable form and organise information clearly and coherently.
Satisfactory interview and demonstrate your interest in this career pathway
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
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Where can I progress to?
Level 3 Access to Sociology/Criminology (along with Maths and English at Level 2)
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Timetable
Timetable: Monday's 9:30am-4pm
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Assessment Methods
You will build up a portfolio of evidence that covers the relevant assessment criteria. All your work will be internally assessed and verified by the teaching team and then externally verified by the awarding body Ascentis.
You will complete two units:
- Aspects of Crime
- Criminal Justice System, Crime and Social Groups
