Introduction to Psychology and Criminology Level 2
This 12 week course will introduce you to some of the key aspects within social science, you can choose to undertake Psychology and Criminology together, or undertake them individually. However, we would recommend undertaking both in order to gain the best understanding of the subject area.
In Psychology you will study human behaviour and mental processes enabling you to gain an understanding of why humans behave in the way that they do. You will learn how human behaviour occurs in a social context, how the human brain processes information, and how behaviour is learned from the world around us.
Criminology is the scientific study of offending behaviour and why individuals turn to crime. You will consider the differences between crime and deviance. Criminology looks at how criminals are dealt with and punished and types of crime and how crime can be prevented.
Students who study Psychology and Criminology can progress onto careers working in mental health, psychology, counselling, youth work, family support work, rehabilitation and recovery, well-being roles, advice and guidance and many more. Following the completion of this course, there are many other routes for progression within the college should you wish to further your studies.
The next courses begin on Monday 27th January 2025, one day a week, running for the following 12 weeks.
Following the completion of this course, subject to meeting entry requirements, you could progress to our Access to Higher Education (Social Science) course.
Course Details
- You should have a genuine interest in this subject
Key concepts and debates in developmental, cognitive and social psychology
Theories and studies in a range of areas within psychology
An understanding of the underlying principles of crime and deviance
An understanding of the journey that an offender takes from police investigation, through trial and sentencing, to punishment and rehabilitation
Counselling skills and theories
Self-awareness and communication skills
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £60.00
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
This course costs: £60.00
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
This course costs: £
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
This course costs: £
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
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