Criminology & Forensic Psychology Diploma Level 3

Course Description

This Distance Learning Level 3 Criminology Diploma is an extremely insightful home study course that has been developed due to the popular demand of our Level 3 Certificate. Criminology is a broad subject area that draws on the study of crime, violence, victims, terrorism, criminal statistics and the criminal justice system. The Criminology Diploma is a multi-disciplinary course that encompasses law, psychology and sociology in order to help you gain a greater knowledge of this discipline and make informed conclusions.

The course topics that are covered within the Criminology Diploma include Children and Criminology, Young Offenders and the Criminal Justice System, the Anglo American Model and Labelling Theory and Critical Criminology. The Criminology course has been designed for study by distance learning at work or at home in your own time and at your own pace.

During this Forensic Psychology Diploma course we will adopt a research perspective to forensic psychology, starting with a brief introduction to research methodologies following on with a very basic introduction to statistics for research. The Forensic Psychology course then examines the psychology of violent crime and gives the student the opportunity to conduct their own research into the links between a particular mental disorder of their choice, and violent crime.

Following on from these modules, students will look at some mental disorders that have been put forward as defences in criminal trials. They will also be given the opportunity to conduct their own research into Dissociative Identity Disorder. The Forensic Psychology Diploma course continues with a brief examination of eye witness testimony and the evidence of children, after which students will again develop their understanding by conducting their own research.

Previous Knowledge Required

You do not need any prior learning knowledge or experience to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone who wishes to take part in a highly rewarding home study course, although you would be expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.

You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.

Support

You will receive the entire package of course materials in a single dispatch together with dedicated Tutor Support for 12 months.  All assignments are marked by one of our professional Tutors who will offer regular feedback and guide you through your course.

You will be provided with the telephone number for your dedicated Student Support Team who will be available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that you will receive unlimited support for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

You must successfully complete a series of activities and assessments. Once all assessments and activities have been completed satisfactorily, you will then be awarded your certificate.  The good news is, there is no final exam.