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Course summary
This Certificate of Higher Education provides an alternative for those students who don't want to commit to a full degree programme from the outset.
Following the same pathway as the first year of our Foundation Degree, this courses aims to develop students' understanding of: the people who commit crime, the causes and preventions of crime and the impact of crime on individuals and communities.
Providing foundational knowledge in this engaging subject, students will be in a position at the end of the course to explore options for further study or to look at a variety of entry level careers in this exciting industry sector.
Modules
Module Title Code Credits Optional?
Introduction to Criminological Theory TH4MD293 20 No
Forensic Psychology Crime Offenders Policing TH4MD294 20 No
Alternative Responses to Imprisonment TH4MD295 20 No
Crime and Society TH4MD296 20 No
Multi Agency Working Criminal Justice System TH4MD297 20 No
Introduction to Academic Study TH4MD317 20 No
Assessment method
Assessment Method Level 4
Coursework 82%
Exam 8%
Practical 10%
Apply by
31 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L311
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus Code:
- U
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Blackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
31 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L311
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus Code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
in a relevant discipline, which includes one of the following – Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Law, Forensic Psychology and Public Services
A level - CCD
in a relevant discipline, which includes one of the following – Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Law, Forensic Psychology and Public Services
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
in a relevant discipline, which includes one of the following – Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Law, Forensic Psychology and Public Services
Access to HE Diploma
Pass full Access to HE Diploma in Social Sciences
Applicants who can demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
GCSEs in English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/TH1HE202 https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/TH1HE202
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0HB
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Course contact details
Admissions Office
Email:admissions@blackpool.ac.uk
Phone:01253 504322
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