Status Approved 1. TARGET AWARD 2. Award 3. BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology 4. DATE OF VALIDATION Date of most recent modification (Faculty/ADQU use only) Version Number (ADQU use only) 5. AWARDING INSTITUTION Edge Hill University 6. TEACHING INSTITUTION PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION(UNDERGRADUATE) 08-JUN-12 27-APR-16 3 7. ADMINISTRATIVE BASE Faculty of Arts & Sciences 8. PLANNING UNIT Law and Criminology 8b. SECONDARY PLANNING UNIT (JOINT AWARDS) 9. UNIT OF PERIODIC REVIEW Law and Criminology 10. UCAS 11. EHU COURSE CODE BAJ000256 12. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Social Sciences See current online prospectus at http://www.edgehill.ac.uk/study/courses 13a. ALTERNATIVE AWARD(S) Course Award BA Diploma of Higher Education Certificate of Higher Education 13b SUPPLEMENTARY AWARD OPTIONS Supplementary Programme Programme Award Option Criminology and Sociology Criminology and Sociology 14. AVAILABLE MODES OF STUDY Mode of Study Course Duration Delivery Part Time Full Time Part Time Full Time 15a. PRIMARY QAA SUBJECT BENCHMARK STATEMENT 15b. OTHER QAA SUBJECT BENCHMARK STATEMENT 15c. OTHER ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL BENCHMARKS 7 4 6 3 Classroom Classroom Classroom Classroom Award QAA Benchmark statements for Sociology (07) QAA Benchmark statements for Criminology (07) 16. Accreditation by Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Bodies (PSRB) Name of PSRB Name of Accreditation / Relationship 17. PRIMARY SUBJECT AREA / JACS L311-Applied criminology 18. SECONDARY SUBJECT AREA (if applicable) / JACS L300-Sociology 19. TERTIARY SUBJECT AREA / JACS -
. PROGRAMME AIMS The Criminology Joint programme aims to provide students with the opportunity to: Examine, interpret, differentiate and critique the main theoretical traditions within criminology, criminal justice studies and related disciplines Understand the foundations of critical analysis and its application to the study of crime, conflict and the administration of law and criminal justice Develop a knowledge of current issues pertaining to criminology, social justice and human rights in national, international and global contexts Acknowledge and appreciate the nature and impact of structural divisions and cultural diversity within their historical and spatial contexts Develop knowledge and a range of transferable and generic skills in critical analysis, time management, computer literacy, independent learning, teamwork, written and oral communications, to equip them for a range of careers Develop a critical understanding of the interface between appropriate areas of criminal justice institutions and processes and social and ideological constructions of crime and criminal justice The principal aim of the Sociology programme is to produce students who are: Knowledgeable about the sociological enterprise and discipline Able to think critically and question, explore, research, analyse and evaluate claims about features of contemporary societies Able to organise and express their studies clearly in communicating ideas, evidence and argument and reflect upon the process Able to utilise generic and transferable skills in further academic or professional studies or career development As such, the aims of the programme are for students: To develop the knowledge, understandings and skills necessary to demonstrate a competence in thinking sociologically, reading and comprehending sociology literature and research, and engaging in sociological inquiry for themselves To engage in criticism and analysis of social phenomena, changes and developments, nationally and internationally To develop knowledge and understanding in the particular themes that characterise the programme - the sociology of conflict, identity, British politics and society and childhood and youth To enhance their employability in a wide range of contexts through the acquisition and development of a range of career development and generic skills To develop students' personal attributes such as self-management, awareness of personal responsibility, motivation, flexibility and creativity, which will enable graduates from the programme to engage with lifelong learning, study and enquiry, and to compete successfully for a wide variety of employment 21. PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES The programme learning outcomes shown here describe the knowledge, understanding and skills that students will have demonstrated on achievement of their intended qualification award. Students who do not complete their full programme of study may qualify for an alternative award and the validated exit awards for this programme are listed at the front of this programme specification. For an Honours degree, exit awards are available at level 4 (Certificate of Higher Education), level 5 (Diploma of Higher Education) and level 6 (Ordinary degree on achievement of 60 level 6 credits). The precise learning outcomes of an Ordinary degree are determined by the modules taken and passed at level 6 and can be identified from the table below. LEVEL 4
Intellectual Skills Recognise that there is a wide variety of behaviours that are deemed to be criminal. Gather and summarise a limited range of information. Cite evidence in support of an argument. Recognise and describe different points of view. Recognise some key agencies which respond to crime and describe at a basic level, some of their functions. Describe the difference between basic quantitative and qualitative information. Recognise, select, retrieve, interpret and present relevant information and data relating to contemporary societies Demonstrate an initial ability to undertake independent learning through the development of skills such as effective reading and note-taking, time management and organisational skills. Recognise the subject-specific and generic knowledge and skills they possess and will develop during their degree programme, which may be used to enhance employability. Knowledge and Understanding Offer an overview of some of the main features of institutional responses to crime in the UK. Recognise and outline some of the main features of the criminal justice system. Identify and explain sociological theories and approaches to analysing social life Describe the basic outlines of some key concepts and theoretical approaches within criminology. Describe some of the main human rights listed in international conventions and recognise some of the contradictions between rhetoric and reality around rights. Recognise the significance and inter-relatedness of a range of social problems relevant to criminology. Evidence an understanding of some of the main subjects of interest to criminologists. Recognise that what is defined as criminal varies according to time and place. Recognise at a basic level that crime often reflects social inequalities. Identify and explain the interface between sociologicamicro-sociological and social psychological concepts and theories of the self in society Practical Skills Demonstrate a developing self confidence to contribute to group discussion, seminars and workshops. Begin to reflect on and develop their learning experience. Ability to work effectively in a group. Present data and evidence in written and oral form. Collect data and use it at a preliminary level of competence. Identify arguments or evidence in a text and record them. Demonstrate a basic competence in the use of referencing and bibliographies in accordance with good academic practice. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, presenting research plans, academic debates and their own arguments clearly. Transferable Skills Recognise and analyse some basic sociological issues and questions. Understand social life from a transdisciplinary sociological approach, recording the use of appropriate sources consistently with academic good practice. Plan the use of their time and manage their workload effectively. Work co-operatively in a group. Recognise diverse forms of evidence. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Plan the use of their time and manage their workload effectively. LEVEL 5 Intellectual Skills Critically assess, at a developed level of competence, the strengths and weaknesses of different perspectives around crime and victimisation. Describe and critically discuss some of the broader imperatives that drive practices of key agencies in the criminal justice system. Discuss, at a developed level of competence, ethical questions in data collection. Evaluate the viability of competing explanations within criminology and draw logical and appropriate conclusions. Identify and apply a wide range of principles, concepts and theories to the study of society. Substantiate arguments with a broad range of evidence. CRI1125 CRI1102 SPY1110; SPY1111; SPY1112; CRI1005; CRI1124; CRI1125; TLC1010 SPY1110; SPY1111; SPY1112 CRI1124; CRI1125 SPY1111; SPY1110; SPY1112 CRI1005 CRI1005; CRI1124; CRI1125 SPY1111 SPY1110; SPY1111; SPY1112 CRI1005; CRI1124; CRI1125 SPY1110; SPY1111; SPY1112 CRI1005; CRI1124; CRI1125 CRI2101; CRI2102 CRI2101; CRI2102; CRI2106 SPY37; SPY36
Knowledge and Understanding Understand and analyse sociological approaches and explore issues and problems in the study of conflict and political violence in contemporary societies Critically examine a range of key concepts and theoretical approaches within criminology and evaluate their application to a number of significant issues in criminology and criminal justice. Critically appraise political and social processes of victimisation and criminalisation in the light of criminological theories. Analyse, at a developed level of competence, social diversity, inequality and the significance of structural relations of class, gender, race and age in relation to harm, crime and victimisation. Discuss and analyse, within a critical historical context, the significance of differential institutional practices around diverse forms of harm, for a variety of individuals, groups and social classes. Examine the values, practices and processes of contemporary governance including human rights that underpin developments in responses to harm and crime Analyse some of the limitations of contemporary conceptions of human rights and appraise the application of rights discourses to issues around violence, harm and governance. Analyse and explain, at a detailed level of refinement and developed level of competence, social problems and the relationships between them, in terms of criminological theories of crime, victimisation, and responses to crime and deviance Analyse ways in which the discipline of criminology can be distinguished from other forms of understanding and discuss the limitations of a narrow conception of the discipline. Understand and analyse sociological approaches and explore issues and problems in the study of identity, diversity and difference in contemporary societies Discuss the use of comparison in relation to harm, crime and victimisation. Practical Skills Analyse detailed criminological questions, using criminological theory at a developed level of competence. Discuss criminological topics of current relevance, using criminological theory and supporting evidence and present in an appropriate format. Critically reflect on the value of criminological work on crime, victimisation and representations of these in relation to policy questions at national, international and global levels. Demonstrate a developing confidence to be able to critically evaluate data, information and literature. Adopt a flexible approach to learning including effective group interaction and an increasingly independent autonomous approach. Ability to work flexibly in a group. Critically discuss the ethical implications of research into criminological questions. Summarise and explain empirical information and criminological research findings and assess the methodology used. SPY2136 CRI2101; CRI2102; CRI2106 SPY36 CRI2225; CRI2224; CRI25 CRI2101; CRI2102; CRI2106 SPY37; SPY36 CRI2106; CRI2102 CRI2101; CRI2106
Transferable Skills Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, presenting academic debates and their own arguments clearly. Plan the use of their time and manage their workload effectively. Work assertively, co-operatively and effectively in a group. Present data and evidence at a detailed level, in written and oral form. Compare diverse forms of evidence and reflect upon the significance of their diversity. Identify the most important arguments or evidence in a text and record them. Reference and construct bibliographies in accordance with good academic practice. Use computers to produce written and presentational work. Manage, retrieve and analyse qualitative and quantitative data. Critically reflect on policy issues and questions relating to experience within social organisations Analyse sociological questions, using appropriate theory at a developed level of competence. Summarise and explain empirical information and research findings and assess the methodology used. Discuss sociological topics of current relevance, using a range of theory and supporting evidence and present in an appropriate format. LEVEL 6 Intellectual Skills Critically assess a range of perspectives and discuss the strengths and limitations of each for the understanding of crime and victimisation. Critically assess the values and practices of the key agencies which administer responses to crime and deviance. Use materials from a range of sources and demonstrate an ability to synthesise them. Critically evaluate, at a sophisticated level of competence, the viability of competing explanations within criminology and draw logical and appropriate conclusions. Critically assess a range of sociological perspectives and discuss the strengths and limitations of each for the understanding of contemporary society. Use materials from a range of sources and demonstrate an ability to synthesise them; use appropriate strategies for data collection. Draw on relevant evidence to critically evaluate competing explanations at a sophisticated level of competence. Critically evaluate, at a sophisticated level of competence, the viability of competing explanations of sociological issues and problems and draw logical and appropriate conclusions. CRI2106; CRI2102; CRI2101 CRI2106; CRI2102 SPY36; SPY37 SPY37; SPY36 CRI3104; CRI3105 CRI3101; CRI3102 CRI3101; CRI3102; CRI3104; CRI3105 SPY3040; SPY3047; SPY3041; SPY3042
Knowledge and Understanding Critically evaluate issues and problems in contemporary British society with a focus (and choice) of social mobility and inequality on issues of class, culture and crisis * Critically evaluate the nature, role and different interpretations and argues of ethics in society, both exploring how ethical thinking takes place and what arguments it raises* * Students choices determine whether they meet these two programme aims Critically examine a range of key concepts and theoretical approaches within criminology, evaluate their application to a number of significant issues in criminology and criminal justice and reflect on their relative merits and limitations. Critically appraise, at a sophisticated level, political and social processes of victimisation and criminalisation in the light of criminological theories. Analyse, at a sophisticated level, social diversity, inequality and the significance of structural relations of class, gender, race and age in relation to harm, crime, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance. Critically examine, within an historical context, the values, practices and processes of contemporary governance including human rights that underpin youth and criminal justice and agencies which administer sentences and alternatives. Critically examine the origins, development and limitations of contemporary conceptions of human rights and critically appraise the application of rights discourses to issues around harm and safety. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses in the use of comparison in relation to harm, crime, victimisation, and responses to crime and deviance.critically evaluate and explain complex social problems in terms of criminological theories of crime, victimisation, and responses to crime and deviance. Critically evaluate the contribution of sociological perspectives to the study of social issues and problems. Critically evaluate the regulation of desire and sexuality in contemporary society. Critically evaluate the phenomena of terrorism and its analysis in contemporary society. Practical Skills Formulate and investigate detailed criminological questions at a sophisticated level of competence. Demonstrate an embedded critical approach to their study. Demonstrate sound intellectual abilities of appraisal, criticism and evaluation. Analyse, synthesise and summarise relevant, ideas and theoretical approaches from the literature. Communicate effectively in written, visual and verbal forms. Critically reflect on work undertaken, make use of feedback, and take a significant responsibility for own learning through independent study. Demonstrate the full range of level 6 subject and transferable skills. Ability to work flexibly in a group. Critically discuss the value of criminological work on crime, victimisation, responses to crime and deviance, and representations of these in relation to policy questions at national, international and global levels. Summarise, explain and critique empirical information, research methods and research findings about crime, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance methodology. Apply a sophisticated and imaginative individual analysis to current issues in the development of Criminology and the politics of criminal justice. SPY3040 CRI3101; CRI3102; CRI3104 SPY3040; SPY3041; SPY3047; SPY3042 SPY3042 SPY3041 CRI3104; CRI3105 SPY3040; SPY3047; SPY3041; SPY3042 SPY3040; SPY3047; SPY3041; SPY3042 CRI3104; CRI3101; CRI3102 CRI3104; CRI3105; CRI3101; CRI3102
Transferable Skills Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, presenting academic debates and their own arguments clearly. Plan the use of their time and manage their workload effectively. Work assertively, co-operatively and effectively in a group. Present data and evidence in appropriate formats for different audiences. Evaluate diverse forms of evidence and draw appropriate conclusions. Manage, retrieve and analyse qualitative and quantitative data. Identify the most important arguments or evidence in a text and record them. Reference and construct detailed bibliographies in accordance with good academic practice. Use computers to produce written and presentational work. Summarise, explain and critique empirical information, research methods and research findings about contemporary societies. Apply basic research tools appropriately in relation to theoretically driven, exploratory, or evaluative research. Apply a sophisticated, critical and imaginative individual analysis to current issues in contemporary societies. Critically assess the value of literature and research on social issues and problems in relation to policy questions at national, international and global levels. 22. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE LEVEL 4 CRI1005 CRI1124 CRI1125 SPY1110 SPY1111 SPY1112 TLC1010 LEVEL 5 CRI23 CRI25 CRI26 CRI27 CRI2222 CRI2224 CRI2225 CRI2226 SPY2127 SPY2136 SPY2137 SPY2138 SPY2139 TLC00 LEVEL 6 CRI3021 CRI3022 CRI3109 CRI3110 SPY3101 SPY3109 SPY3110 SPY3111 SPY3112 SPY3125 CRIMINOLOGY AND THE MODERN WORLD INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY INTRODUCTION TO THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROCESS POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY THINKING SOCIOLOGICALLY: SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY AND APPLICATIONS INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL STUDIES LANGUAGE 1 'RACE', CRIME AND CRIMINOLOGY GENDER, SEX AND VIOLENCE WORK EXPERIENCE CRIME, LAW AND SOCIETY DOING CRIMINOLOGICAL RESEARCH VIOLENCE AND SOCIETY CRITICAL CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY CHALLENGING CHILDHOODS WORK-BASED LEARNING AND EMPLOYABILITY 1 STATES, CONFLICT AND POLITICAL VIOLENCE SEXUALITIES: IDENTITIES, POLITICS, CULTURES CULTURAL ANALYSIS IN A GLOBAL WORLD SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING LANGUAGE 2 CRIMES OF THE POWERFUL I CRIMES OF THE POWERFUL II THE POLITICS OF POLICING THE POLITICS OF IMPRISONMENT SELF-DIRECTED STUDY ARTS IN SOCIETY CRITICAL TERRORISM STUDIES SOCIAL, CULTURAL AND POLITICAL IDEAS DESIRE: LAW, POLITICS, ETHICS, DIFFERENCE SOCIO-CULTURAL ISSUES AND QUESTIONS 23ai. STUDENT 'LEARNING JOURNEY' CRI3104; CRI3101; CRI3102; CRI3105 SPY3040; SPY3047; SPY3041; SPY3042 s s s Pathway (if applicable) Pathway (if applicable) Pathway (if applicable)
Students must choose one optional module from CRI2102, CRI2106 and CRI2109 Students must choose two optional modules from CRI3104, CRI3105, SPY3040 and SPY3047 24. TEACHING AND LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES The Joint programme will be taught through a variety of methods including a comprehensive induction programme, formal lectures, small group seminars, workshops, university VLE, IT workshops, student led discussions, role play exercises and the use of guest speakers/lectures. The programme is developmental and progression through levels is achieved with students becoming increasingly independent in terms of taking greater responsibility for their own learning and their choice of study topics and materials. For example, the balance between tutor-led and student-led activities gradually shifts towards the latter as the programme progresses. Progression through levels will be achieved by the gradually increasing sophistication and complexity of the tasks that students will be required to accomplish. Increasing priority will be attached to the concept of individualised learning so as the programme develops, the role of the tutor becomes more focused on establishing the overarching concerns and debates around particular issues while students increasingly take responsibility for their own learning. Lectures provide introductions to and overviews of the relevant subject areas; to stimulate students' interest in particular topics; to impart information about key theoretical concepts and debates; to examine particular case studies; to explain various approaches to the discipline; to provide guidance to further independent study. Seminars and workshops provide students with the opportunity to use the knowledge acquired from lectures and independent study in order to apply theories to real life cases; to discuss and debate topics with other students and tutors and thus facilitate the exchange of information and encourage team working and communication skills; to review and discuss novel or complex issues and theories in more depth; to articulate views and opinions on relevant issues and to develop problem solving skills. The teaching and learning strategy is designed to enable students to progressively develop their powers of inquiry, including the ability to synthesise, evaluate and analyse criminological sources, and the capacity to effectively use such information to formulate arguments and make assessments. It also aims to enable students to develop their capacity for the critical evaluation and analysis of contrasting and competing arguments and perspectives, and their ability to use sources of evidence to justify a considered opinion on a range of debates. Strategy The Joint programme aims to balance more traditional elements of assessment ie. essays and examinations, with forms that are more creative and relevant to future academic / career development, for example oral / conference presentations, case studies, article reviews and academic/personal reflective pieces. At Level 4 the assessment programme aims to test student knowledge, understanding and application at introductory and explanatory levels but also affords students with the opportunity to reflect on the development of their learning capabilities and skills. Students will be introduced to, and gain experience of, the primary modes of assessment they will encounter in subsequent years (specifically, written coursework and examinations). At Level 5 the assessment aims to test students' knowledge and understanding in a more critical and evaluative manner. Tasks will be more complex and detailed and require greater focus on the application of theories to real issues and case studies pertinent to Criminology and Sociology. Moreover, assessment at this Level requires a more autonomous approach from students and students are given the opportunity to choose their coursework topic or negotiate an essay question with their Leader. At Level 6 assessment demands a high level of autonomy, independent study and self-management from the student. Building on Level 5, tasks are increasingly more sophisticated and there is focus on the application of relevant theories to real issues and cases pertinent to criminal justice and sociological critique. Students will be expected, in some modules, to select their own topics for assessment (with appropriate tutor guidance). Emphasis on formal taught sessions decrease and so students take increasing responsibility for the location of appropriate source material for their assessment tasks. Overall, the purpose of assessment on the programme is to: Diagnose student potential Diagnose student learning strengths and weaknesses Evaluate student progress
Identify possible learning problems Measure achievement at appropriate academic levels Provide a means of feedback to learners Motivate students by requiring them to demonstrate the knowledge, understanding, skills and competencies they have developed Provide staff with information about the effectiveness of the teaching programme and curriculum Contribute to quality assurance, by monitoring the extent to which students are achieving appropriate standards 25. FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT The programme includes both formative and summative forms of assessment. 26. SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT b) LEVEL 4 CRI1005 CRI1124 CRI1125 SPY1110 SPY1111 SPY1112 TLC1010 CRIMINOLOGY AND THE MODERN WORLD INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY INTRODUCTION TO THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROCESS POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY THINKING SOCIOLOGICALLY: SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY AND APPLICATIONS INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL STUDIES LANGUAGE 1 Written (inc Written (inc Written (inc Written (inc Written (inc Practical Written (inc Class Test Practical Portfolio Written (inc PR1 PR1 1,0 1,000 1000 1 hr 1000 1 hour 00 1 minutes 2 hours equiv 1000 equivale nt 60 40 40 60
b) LEVEL 5 CRI23 CRI25 CRI27 CRI2222 CRI2224 CRI2225 CRI2226 SPY2127 SPY2136 SPY2137 SPY2138 'RACE', CRIME AND CRIMINOLOGY GENDER, SEX AND VIOLENCE CRIME, LAW AND SOCIETY DOING CRIMINOLOGICAL RESEARCH VIOLENCE AND SOCIETY CRITICAL CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY CHALLENGING CHILDHOODS WORK-BASED LEARNING AND EMPLOYABILITY 1 STATES, CONFLICT AND POLITICAL VIOLENCE SEXUALITIES: IDENTITIES, POLITICS, CULTURES CULTURAL ANALYSIS IN A GLOBAL WORLD Report Practical Written (inc Portfolio Written (inc Written (inc Portfolio Written (inc Written (inc Project Work Class Test Practical PR1 PR1 10 minutes 2 hrs 1,0 1.5 hours 1 70 research plan (1,000w) and 1 short viva 1hr 30 30 mins 2 hrs 1,0 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs 30 0 3,0 00 2 hours 00 equiv. 00 equiv 100 100 100 10 90
SPY2139 TLC00 SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING LANGUAGE 2 Project Work Written (inc Written (inc 4000 00 Equivale nt 1000 100 60 40 c) LEVEL 6 CRI3021 CRI3022 CRI3109 CRI3110 SPY3101 SPY3109 SPY3110 SPY3111 SPY3112 SPY3125 CRIMES OF THE POWERFUL I CRIMES OF THE POWERFUL II THE POLITICS OF POLICING THE POLITICS OF IMPRISONMENT SELF-DIRECTED STUDY ARTS IN SOCIETY CRITICAL TERRORISM STUDIES SOCIAL, CULTURAL AND POLITICAL IDEAS DESIRE: LAW, POLITICS, ETHICS, DIFFERENCE SOCIO-CULTURAL ISSUES AND QUESTIONS Written (inc Written (inc Written (inc Written (inc Portfolio Project Work Report Written (inc Written (inc Project Work Practical Report Practical Portfolio PR1 PR1 00 1.5 hours 00 2 hours 2 hours 00 1.5 hours 00 30 days of visual records 4000 0 4,000 4000 1000 30 00 60 40 100 80 10 90 80 30 70 100
27. NON-MODULAR TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES 28. INTENDED MARKET