POL5022 - Criminology

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, apprentices will be able to:
1 - Compare and contrast different policing models in relation to crime, victimisation and managing the public;
2 - Recognise the benefits that a greater understanding of sociology and criminology can have on operational policing and decision making; and,
3 - Employ academic writing and research skills that demonstrate an understanding of research methodologies.

Content:

In this module students will learn about the constitutional role of the police in contemporary society and the wider criminal justice system; crime prevention theories and strategies; the strengths and weakness of different policing models in relation to crime/ victimisation and the public; the benefits that a greater understanding of sociology and criminology can have on operational policing and decision making; and specific initiatives relating to crime prevention.

This module also introduces students to more sophisticated research methodologies. They will learn about the importance of planning research activities; the strengths and weaknesses of research methodologies and approaches; will research, analyse and evaluate research publications and qualitative and quantitative data; understand what is proficiency in academic writing and presentations, in accordance with ethical protocols; understand effective referencing of a wide range of material appropriate to the subject area; and learn about quantitative and qualitative research techniques, including the interpretation of data.

This module will encourage students to reflect on where knowledge associated with British Values, Prevent, Healthy Relationships and Safeguarding have been developed.

English language, and where appropriate maths skills, will be developed through this module. The skills associated with the above subjects are developed in context so that students can apply their wider knowledge when studying the constitutional role of the police in contemporary society and the wider criminal justice system.

Digital skills will be developed through the utilisation of online resources such as the University's VLE, e-Portfolio system and Leeds Trinity University Library system.

Learning and Teaching Information:

Utilising the pre live post model, students will have preparation for the taught element, with a focused lecture-based input and discussion, allowing for the development and exploration of ideas. This will be followed by additional self-directed learning to enhance their initial teaching.

Independent study time should be spent on specific pre learning (on-demand learning – available to all students on Moodle), for example, engaging in specific background reading of the topic and online exercises. Post learning activities will be provided by the module tutor, but these will generally be assessment focused enabling the learner to achieve the assessment requirements.

All activities and materials provided on Moodle will support the module content for the module delivery including pre, live and post activities and resources.The sequencing of the sessions will provide re-enforcement of the theoretical concepts developed during the delivery in a progressive pattern, aimed at developing knowledge and overall understanding.

Lectures
Hours: 36
Intended Group Size: Cohort

Guided independent study
Hours: 164

Further details relating to assessment
Student officers will select a topic of relevance to their role and district and produce an academic poster or a VLOG identifying the value of evidence-based policing (EBP). It is expected either artefact will critically analyse the foundations, implementation, and value of EBP.

Formative assessment is captured through Q&A with tutors and peers throughout the module to ensure learning and understanding of the topics covered and identify and gaps or trends. Decision making and problem-solving activity allows for students to apply their knowledge practically, allowing for both feedback and feed-forward opportunities to develop student’s confidence and ability in applying their learning within a controlled learning environment.

Please note that all assessments must be passed (at 40 for numerical marks) as a requirement of the College of Policing.

Assessment:

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Michael Mathura
Level - 5
Credit Value - 20
Pre-Requisites - NOT APPLICABLE
Semester(s) Offered - 5APS

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