Criminology, Communities and Criminal Justice

Criminology is the study of crime and the social and psychological constructions of crime. As an interdisciplinary social science subject, criminology draws on a range of perspectives, for example: criminal justice, sociology, psychology, law and social policy. Criminology aims to go beyond our common-sense assumptions and explore the complex and contentious nature of crime and criminal justice. On this course students will explore a number of the following criminological topics including: honour based violence, football hooliganism, gangs, cyber crime, child criminality, immigration and crime amongst other examples. In year two students are expected to gain industry experience in their chosen area of the Public Services in order to develop industry specific, wider skill-set development that public service employers hold in high regard.

• The programme is supported and influenced by public service organisations to ensure its relevance.
• Guest speakers from within industry putting theory into context.
• You’ll be taught by staff with industry experience within the public services.
• You will have professional development opportunities and be encouraged to gain industry experience.
• 10 week work placement opportunity in a prison

Study Modalities

Traditional route – consists of 2 full days study per week as per usual

Block Weekend route – Delivered over ‘8 block weekends’ per academic year, supplemented by 1 evening per week (17:30 – 20:30). Designed to widen access for mature learners or those with additional responsibilities that restrict traditional study

Hyflex – allows students on a day-by-day basis to individually ‘choose’ whether they study in-person or online. Regardless of choice, students all engage with the same ‘live’ class that is taking place and interact with all other learners via classroom tasks and activities.

Hyflex allows students to ‘take control and shape their journey’ – perfect for overcoming those unforeseen life challenges that can destabilise University participation.

All lessons are facilitated using Microsoft Teams, and conference style technology to ensure active participation is possible for all students.

The Hyflex study modality is integrated across both ‘traditional’ and ‘block weekend’ routes.

Course Modules

Year 1
Modules & Credits
Substance Misuse, Crime and Communities 20 Credits
Conflict Management 20 Credits
Introduction to Academic and Research Skills 20 Credits
The Criminal Justice System 20 Credits
Crime and Criminal Behaviour 20 Credits
Principles and Practice of Self-Development 20 Credits

Year 2 Modules & Credits
Cultures of Crime 20 Credits
Applied Industry Experience 20 Credits
Advanced Academic and Research Skills 20 Credits
Offender Risk Management 20 Credits
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 20 Credits
Employability, Enterprise and Creativity 20 Credits

https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/criminology-communities-and-criminal-justice-foundation-degree-full-time