Level 4 Certificate Higher Education in Psychology and Criminology leading to a BSc (Hons)
Course Overview
The Level 4 Certificate in Psychology and Criminology offers an excellent grounding in two broad and related disciplines. This new course provides you with the understanding of how individuals are shaped by biology and social settings, and you will be able to articulate this within the context of crime and societal change. In psychology, you will study processes underpinning thinking, reasoning, and social interactions. In criminology, you will learn about the role of criminal justice theory, theories of crime and how these relate to policy and practice. You will have access to global exchange and volunteering opportunities throughout your studies to enhance your CV and maximise your career prospects. You will also have access to a suite of facilities and labs at our partner, Cardiff Metropolitan University including a Tobii eye tracker, Biosemi EEG, and Crime House. This course is delivered in collaboration with awarding partner Cardiff Metropolitan University and is subject to validation.
Tariff points: 96-112
Contextual offer: please contact: HEServices@nptcgroup.ac.uk
GCSE: Five GCSEs at Grade C / 4 or above to include English Language / Welsh First Language, Mathematics / Mathematics – Numeracy.
English Language Requirement: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent.
A Level subjects: Minimum three A levels to include Grades BC. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as a third subject.
BTEC National / Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: MMM-DMM
T Level: Pass (C+) – Merit.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: No specific subjects required.
This degree will lead to exciting careers in Crime scene investigations, police, social and youth work and Barrister, Border Force officer, Counsellor, Intelligence analyst, Local government officer, Policy officer, Political risk analyst, Social researcher, Clinical psychologist, Counselling psychologist, Education mental health practitioner, Educational psychologist, Forensic psychologist, Further education teacher, Health psychologist. High Intensity Therapist, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
Year One Modules: Foundations of Criminological Theory, Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology, Fundamentals of Cognition, Biopsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, Conducting and Communicating Research, Exploring the Criminal Justice System.
The undergraduate degree programme provides a range of assessment, with the aim of inclusivity at its heart. Assessments are designed to provide authentic experiences for the students to demonstrate the real-world competencies they would be required to use in professional contexts. The assessments are completed on either an individual or group basis. Modules have integrated assessments: critical essays, exhibitions, portfolios and live scenarios. These all focus on developing students’ knowledge, understanding and skills, to demonstrate their ability to match the real-world competencies. Students are given the submission dates for assessments at the start of each module, as well as an assessment schedule for the whole of the academic year to help them plan and manage their time effectively. Students receive individual feedback on their work that identifies strengths and areas for improvement.
