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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
South Staffordshire College
Full Time
Sep 2027
2.0 Year
Are you passionate about a career within criminology? Embark on an exciting journey with our Foundation Degree in Criminology, where each unit is designed with an applied purpose, focusing on real-world case studies. This approach not only enhances your understanding of criminological theories but also encourages you to apply your learning to various impacts on individuals, employers, society, and the environment. By engaging with authentic scenarios, you’ll gain a deeper insight into the practical applications of criminology, making your education both relevant and impactful. You will study at South Staffordshire College - Tamworth but receive a qualification from University of Staffordshire. On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: FdSc Criminology
This module explores the principles and practices of crime prevention within contemporary criminal justice systems. Students will examine key theories of crime and crime prevention, critically analyse concepts and strategies used in practice, and apply theoretical frameworks to real-world problem-based scenarios. The module encourages an evidence-based approach, linking academic research with practical solutions to reduce crime and enhance community safety.
This module provides students with the foundational academic and digital skills needed for success in higher education and future employment. Learners will gain practical experience in using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and develop structured approaches to research and written work. The module introduces core social science research skills, including locating and evaluating primary and secondary sources, and applying correct referencing techniques. In addition, students will explore strategies for personal skill development and reflective practice, while building transferable skills relevant to careers within the criminal justice sector. Emphasis is placed on communication, problem-solving, and digital literacy to prepare students for professional environments.
This module offers you an opportunity to learn about and build your Adult and Child Safeguarding knowledge ready to begin your career in the Criminal Justice sector. This module will challenge you to synthesise your understanding of theories of good safeguarding, integrated care and ethical practice. The module will build on the knowledge you will have gained from other modules on the degree to develop a strong foundation in safeguarding best practice. The module is grounded in theory and has a strong practical focus, offering opportunities within the module to examine high profile safeguarding case studies, meet safeguarding professionals working in the field and engage in simulated learning workshops centred around safeguarding case studies.
The Introduction to Criminal Justice module looks at the organisations and¿professionals who¿attempt¿to deliver¿'criminal¿justice'. The module offers a brief overview of the nature and development of the¿criminal¿justice 'system', the various¿agencies that this 'system' is¿comprised¿of and their formal roles and responsibilities in the delivery of 'justice'. Agencies examined vary from year to year but could include the Home Office, the Ministry of Justice,¿the Police Service,¿the Courts and Crown Prosecution Service, and¿Her Majestys Prison¿and¿Probation Service.¿The module also examines the work of various Inspectorates who oversee/monitor¿these agencies, along with the voluntary sector and private sector organisations involved in addressing crime and disorder.
Theories of Crime and Justice provides you with a comprehensive grounding¿in¿criminological theory. This module familiarises you with the different assumptions, explanations and proposed solutions embedded within these theories and sensitises you to the importance of the social contexts in which theories are produced. The module is also designed to develop your learning about 'crime' and 'criminal justice', so you learn that they are not fixed and settled entities but complex and shifting processes whose¿different characteristics¿are revealed (and concealed) when viewed through the lenses of different theories.
The module will explore the nature of organisations within the criminal justice sector looking in to how they operate and experiencing what it is like to work within them. The module will explore the characteristics, skills and abilities of those who work within the sector.
This module gives you step-by-step guidance and support to design and write up a project that seeks to investigate or respond to a current problem or issue faced in the criminal justice sector. You will be introduced to a range of quantitative and qualitative research method techniques that will aid your investigation of a current issue. You will also develop practical skills and competencies in the retrieval, analysis and writing up of quantitative and qualitative data.
Using victimological theory, this module investigates concepts¿such as:¿conventional victims, non-conventional victims, victimisation, victimology and¿zemilology; to examine harm and victimisation beyond traditional frameworks; to investigate crime and harm committed by the powerful; and to examine regulatory frameworks and to assess the extent to which they deliver criminal and/or social justice and to acknowledge and understand resistance and redress.
This module provides you with relevant theory, policy and best practice information and the space to practice core communication skills pertinent to working with those engaged with criminal justice organisations.
Crime and the media will explore the complex and dynamic relationship between media and crime. You will cover a vast array of media sources in relation to different crimes during the course of this module and develop a deeper understanding of the media portrayal and influence. You will learn about criminological theories and apply these to historical and contemporary case studies. You will have the opportunity to choose an area of interest to you for the assessment.
This module has been designed to provide you with a detailed knowledge of contemporary offender management policies and procedures.¿The module will prepare you for¿employment¿in the custodial sector¿and many of the sessions are delivered by¿staff from HMPSS. You will have the opportunity to test your skills in role-play scenarios.
Within this module you will explore several theoretical and practical issues around professional practice; you will learn the core values and behaviours expected when working in any criminal justice environment, using values and professional standards principles of HM Prison and Probation Service (Purpose, Humanity, Openness, Together) to underpin professional actions. You will complete 70 hours of Work experience in an area related to Criminal or Social Justice.
64 Grades/points required
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