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Plymouth University
On successful completion of the HND, there is an opportunity to complete a third-year‘ top-up’ with us studying a level 6 BSc (Hons) Criminology & Criminal Justice programme which is delivered in partnership with the University of Gloucestershire. Alternatively, the HND could lead you onto a suitable degree at another provider or graduate entry to selective institutions.
A level standard or overseas equivalent Other UK level 3 qualifications (e.g. Foundation Diploma, Access to HE Certificate, a BTEC Diploma/National, Advanced GNVQ or AVCE)
Overseas Qualifications equivalent to Level 3 (e.g. Diploma de Baccalaureate, Brandos Atestas, Ensino Medio, etc )
On successful completion of this 2 year course, students will have strong career prospects in diverse areas of the Public Sector including:
At the end of your course, you will have a recognised qualification which will aid progression into employment in the public services with a particular focus on crime and criminal justice along with other careers that require a disciplined but caring approach. It also offers career progression and professional development for those already in employment.
| Organisational Structure and Culture | 4 | 15 |
| Mental Health | 4 | 15 |
| Equality and Diversity | 4 | 15 |
| Public Services in Contemporary Society | 4 | 15 |
| Crime Reduction & Community Safety | 4 | 15 |
| Law and Legal Systems | 4 | 15 |
| Third sector and Public Services | 4 | 15 |
| Psychology of Behaviour | 4 | 15 |
| Reflective Professional Practice | 5 | 15 |
| Youth Offending | 5 | 15 |
| Contemporary Sociological Issues | 5 | 15 |
| Offender Management | 5 | 15 |
| Justice, Punishment and Rehabilitation | 5 | 15 |
| Theories of Crime | 5 | 15 |
| Research Project | 5 | 30 |