Introduction to Criminology
Subject contact:
Hello. Welcome to Criminology. You’ve chosen an exciting subject that combines elements of psychology, sociology
and law. This workbook will help you to prepare for the start of college in September and will also give you a taste of
some of what we are going to cover in the course.
Firstly, what is criminology?
• Criminology is the scientific study of crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system.
• Criminologists investigate different types of crime and suggest ways in which crime can be prevented.
• They try to provide explanations for criminal behaviour, whilst also identifying and supporting the victims.
• Finally, criminologists study the criminal justice system, looking at the role of the police, the Crown Prosecution
Service, and prisons.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed four times over the course of two years. Unit 1 and Unit 3 are controlled assessments and will
take place in January 2021 and January 2022. Units 2 and 4 are examined externally in May 2021 and May 2022
respectively. You need to pass all four units to get the Diploma. Like an A Level, this course is graded A* - E.
, Unit 1
• In this unit you will learn about….
• Different types of crime
• Reasons and implications of crimes going unreported
• The media’s role in the portrayal of crime
• How crime is recorded
• Different campaigns that have changed the law
• You will also plan and design materials for your own campaign.
• Assessment: 8-hour controlled assessment.
There are lots of different types of crime. Research the following – white collar crime, technological crime & state
crime. For each one, provide a definition, an outline of the typical offender and typical victim; & give an example.
White collar crime
Technological crime
State crime
Subject contact:
Hello. Welcome to Criminology. You’ve chosen an exciting subject that combines elements of psychology, sociology
and law. This workbook will help you to prepare for the start of college in September and will also give you a taste of
some of what we are going to cover in the course.
Firstly, what is criminology?
• Criminology is the scientific study of crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system.
• Criminologists investigate different types of crime and suggest ways in which crime can be prevented.
• They try to provide explanations for criminal behaviour, whilst also identifying and supporting the victims.
• Finally, criminologists study the criminal justice system, looking at the role of the police, the Crown Prosecution
Service, and prisons.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed four times over the course of two years. Unit 1 and Unit 3 are controlled assessments and will
take place in January 2021 and January 2022. Units 2 and 4 are examined externally in May 2021 and May 2022
respectively. You need to pass all four units to get the Diploma. Like an A Level, this course is graded A* - E.
, Unit 1
• In this unit you will learn about….
• Different types of crime
• Reasons and implications of crimes going unreported
• The media’s role in the portrayal of crime
• How crime is recorded
• Different campaigns that have changed the law
• You will also plan and design materials for your own campaign.
• Assessment: 8-hour controlled assessment.
There are lots of different types of crime. Research the following – white collar crime, technological crime & state
crime. For each one, provide a definition, an outline of the typical offender and typical victim; & give an example.
White collar crime
Technological crime
State crime
