UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
Faculty of Social Sciences
Division of Sociology and Criminology
Programme title: BA (Hons) Applied Criminal Justice Studies
Awarding and teaching
institution:
University of Bradford
Final and interim award(s):
BA (Honours)
[Framework for Higher Education
Qualifications level 6]
BA (Ordinary)
[Framework for Higher Education
Qualifications level 6]
Diploma of Higher Education
[Framework for Higher Education
Qualifications level 5]
Certificate of Higher Education
[Framework for Higher Education
Qualifications level 4]
Programme title:
Applied Criminal Justice Studies
Programme approved /
accredited by:
N/A
Duration:
UCAS code:
3 years full-time, 4 years with placement or
study abroad
M211
Subject benchmark
statement(s):
FHEQ Level:
Criminology, Social Policy and
Administration, Law
4-6
Date produced:
2002/3
Last updated :
May 2015
Introduction
The aim of this programme is to provide you with the relevant theoretical
and empirical knowledge and the ability to understand how these relate to
the practice of criminal justice policy in contemporary society. To this end,
we seek to ensure the development of skills and knowledge across a range
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of related disciplines; criminology and criminal justice, forensic science,
psychology, law, and social policy.
A distinctive feature of the Applied Criminal Justice Studies programme is
that it provides you with experiences of a number of different disciplines
related to the criminal justice field. You are introduced to different
methodologies, different learning styles and different learning practices (for
example the vastly different learning and teaching styles, knowledge base
and practices in the areas of law, forensic science, psychology and social
policy). A large number of the modules are geared towards work-relevant
knowledge (e.g. psychological profiling, which is taught by a practitioner).
The compulsory work placement in year three is a substantial opportunity to
enhance and develop this interdisciplinary knowledge base in a work setting.
The programme also aims to prepare you for career paths in a range of
careers related to criminal justice. These include work in the police force,
probation service, youth justice area, prison service, legal system, victim
support, immigration service, and related professions. Some of these
professions, e.g. law, probation and psychology, would require a further
postgraduate qualification. However, for all such careers you would have
been provided with a strong background through the range of disciplines
already covered and through the vocational or practice orientation of much
of your studies (for example, work placement, forensic science, criminal law,
and psychological profiling modules).
Programme Aims
The programme is intended to:
A1.
provide you with the relevant theoretical and empirical
knowledge and the ability to understand how these relate to the
practice of criminal justice policy in contemporary society;
A2.
ensure the development of skills and knowledge across a range
of related disciplines;
A3.
prepare you for career paths in a range of careers related to
criminal justice;
A4.
provide a supportive, structured environment in which you
acquire independent learning skills;
A5.
confer subject knowledge and understanding, together with
discipline skills to enable you to pursue further programmes of
study or careers where Social Science and Humanities’ skills are
advantageous; and
A6.
develop personal transferable skills to enable you to pursue
further programmes of study or careers in non-cognate fields.
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Programme Learning Outcomes
Certificate in Higher Education
When you have successfully completed Level 4 of the programme you will be
able to:
LO1
know of the principles and core practices of forensic science,
models and theories of psychology,
LO2
understand the main parameters of UK society and social policy,
and of the central features of the history, practice and social
context of UK criminal justice policy,
LO3
have knowledge of criminal justice practice,
LO4
read across a range of different subject areas; to articulate
viewpoints across the range of disciplines covered by the
programme, both orally and in writing
Diploma in Higher Education
When you have successfully completed Level 5 of the programme you will be
able to:
LO5
understand and discuss the fundamental features of the English
legal system and of English criminal law,
LO6
examine the principles and core practices of forensic science,
models and theories of psychology,
LO7
appraise the main parameters of UK society and social policy,
and of the central features of the history, practice and social
context of UK criminal justice policy,
LO8
think knowledgeably about issues in the criminal justice field; to
reflect critically on social phenomena and public debates,
LO9
read widely across a range of different subject areas; to
articulate viewpoints across the range of disciplines covered by
the programme, both orally and in writing.
BA Honours*
When you have successfully completed Level 6 of the programme you will be
able to:
LO10 critically understand and evaluate the fundamental features of
the English legal system and of English criminal law,
LO11 critically examine the principles and core practices of forensic
science, models and theories of psychology,
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LO12 critically appraise the main parameters of UK society and social
policy, and of the central features of the history, practice and
social context of UK criminal justice policy,
LO13 apply practice and knowledge gained on the programme, when
working in a criminal justice setting,
LO14 read widely across a range of different subject areas; to critically
articulate viewpoints and carry out analysis across the range of
disciplines covered by the programme, both orally and in
writing.
* Students attaining a BA (Ordinary) degree will meet the same learning
outcomes, but on the basis of a smaller number of credits.
Curriculum
The programme consists of 360 credits, made up of core and optional
modules. You will take 120 credits at each stage.
Stage 1[Level 4]
Stage 1 provides a general introduction to the main subjects of the
programme and some of the central issues and areas of knowledge in social
science. It also provides you with relevant study skills and information
technology skills. The modules you study in this stage of your programme
will provide you with a background in social science areas that are relevant
to the study of criminal justice.
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
SJ-4002D
Learning Strategies
Core
20
4
1
CT-1012D
Introduction to Forensic
and Crime Scene
Investigation
Core
20
4
1
SJ-4007L
Introduction to Crime and
Criminal Justice
Core
20
4
1 and 2
SJ-4004L
Global Society: Local
Experiences
Core
20
4
1 and 2
SJ-4005D
State and Society
Core
20
4
2
SJ-4006D
Introduction to Sociology
Core
20
4
2
Students who have achieved at least 120 credit points at Level 4 may exit the
programme and are eligible for the award of Certificate of Higher Education.
Stage 2 [Level 5]
In Stage 2, both the general social science and specific subject skills and
knowledge bases are built upon. Modules such as Psychological Profiling
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and Crime and Law build upon the more focussed criminal justice knowledge
and understanding already acquired.
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
SJ-5010D
Psychological Profiling
Core
20
5
1
SJ-5011K
Research and Evaluation
Core
40
5
1 and 2
SJ-5009D
Crime and Law
Core
20
5
2
SJ-5004D
Offenders, Punishment and
Change
Core
20
5
2
SJ-5007D
Youth and Crime
Option
20
5
1
SJ-5003D Crime and the Media
Option
20
5
1
Students who have achieved at least 120 credit points at Level 5 may exit the
programme and are eligible for the award of Diploma of Higher Education.
Stage 3 [Level 6]
Finally, in Stage 3, the programme seeks to both integrate and deepen your
understanding of the core disciplines. Modules in this stage of your
programme aim to complete your understanding of the core features of
these disciplines. The Work Placement module is a substantial and core
element of the third year and is designed to encourage and enable you to
integrate your academic studies with practical experience and skills. Your
dissertation will give you the opportunity to choose a subject in which you
can research in depth some feature of criminal justice that you are
particularly interested in.
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
1
SJ-6003D
Contemporary Criminal
Justice
Core
20
6
SJ-6008K
Work Placement
Core
40
6
1 and 2
SJ-6009K
Dissertation (Applied
Criminal Justice Studies)
Core
40
6
SJ-6005D
International Perspectives
on Crime
Core
20
6
1 and 2
2
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's programme approval,
monitoring and review procedures.
Placement and/or Study Abroad
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This programme provides the option for you to undertake a work placement
or period of study abroad between Stages 2 and 3. If you wish to take this
option you will be registered for the 4 year programme. You will then
complete module SIS5001P Study Abroad Experience or SIS5000P Placement.
Alternatively, you may complete 60 credits of agreed level 5 study at a study
abroad partner institution approved by your programme leader and the
University of Bradford International Office.
For further information about study abroad opportunities, please refer to
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/international/erasmus-and-internationalexchanges/
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
The teaching and learning strategy takes into consideration the learning
outcomes, progression through the levels of study, the nature of the subject,
and the need for you to take greater responsibility for your own learning as
you progress through the programme.
Assessment is varied and includes formal closed book examinations, essays,
report writing, presentations and the writing of a dissertation and placement
report that will account for more than 50% of your final year work. Please
see appendix for further details.
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the standard University Regulations which are
available at the following link:
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/aqpo/ordinances-and-regulations/
Admission Requirements
The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless
of their previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed
consideration of each individual application. Most important in the decision
to offer a place is our assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from
their studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular programme.
Entrance requirements for each programme will vary but consideration of
your application will be based on a combination of your formal academic
qualifications and other relevant experience.
If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may
be equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to
evaluate this learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified
modules contained within the curriculum. Please talk to us if you do not fit
the standard pattern of entry qualifications.
The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled
students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are
applied to all applicants. We are continually reviewing and developing our
practices and policies to make the University more inclusive, but if you are
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disabled we may need to make some adjustments to make sure that you are
not disadvantaged. We would advise you to contact the programme leader
before you apply to discuss these.
A typical offer to someone seeking entry through the UCAS scheme would be
240 points to include 2 full GCE A levels or equivalent qualification, or an
Access to HE Diploma to include a minimum of 9 credits at Distinction and 9
at Merit. Applications are welcome from mature students (those over 21
years of age on entry) and candidates with non-standard qualifications or
who, lacking academic qualifications, have significant relevant experience.
On completion of a UCAS form you will be invited to the Faculty for an Open
Day when you will have the opportunity to meet staff, view the facilities and
discuss “the Bradford experience” with current students.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist library in the
Faculty of Management and Law provide a wide range of printed and
electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if
you want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when
you need to discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each
Faculty provide training sessions and individual guidance in finding the
information you need for your assignment, and will help you organise your
references properly.
Student PC clusters can be found in both our libraries and elsewhere on the
campus. Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's
wireless network to access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our
journals are available online (both on and off campus), and you can also
access your University email account, personal information and programmerelated materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there
is a 24/7 IT helpline available.
Student Support and Guidance
Programme Team
Support for you personally and in your programme of study, will be provided
both by the University and the Programme Team. You will be allocated a
personal tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any
academic or personal concerns. The Faculty will ensure that there is
someone available with whom you feel comfortable to help and support you.
You will be provided with a comprehensive series of handbooks that you can
consult on a range of learning issues and your programme tutors will be
available to consult on subject specific queries.
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the
Students’ Union, through a system of Student representatives and formal
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staff student liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are
addressed rapidly.
The Students Union provide professional academic representation and
advice. The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in
partnership to provide confidential counselling and welfare services where
you can get help with any aspect of your personal or academic life. Student
Financial and Information Services (based in the Hub) will provide you with
information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal
safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of
additional advice and support services through the Student’s Union.
Employability and Career Development
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance their
employability profile and capabilities through learning opportunities
embedded within the curriculum.
Furthermore, the University is committed to supporting students to develop
their commitment towards a career pathway(s) and to implementing a career
plan. Professional career guidance and development support is available
throughout your time as a student and as a graduate from Career
Development Services. The support available from Career Development
Services includes a wide range of information resources, one to one
appointments, a weekly workshop programme, a mentoring programme,
graduate recruitment and careers fairs, plus information and help to you find
part time work, summer work placements, graduate internship programmes
and graduate entry vacancies. In addition, some students as part of their
programme of study may have the opportunity to complete a Career &
Personal Development accredited module delivered by the Career
Development Service.
All students are encouraged to access Career Development Services at an
early stage during their studies and to use the extensive resources available
on their web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk.
Career Development Services annually undertakes a survey of all graduates
to find out their destination six months after graduation. The survey gathers
data on the employment and further study routes graduates have entered
and a range of other information including job roles, name and location of
employers, salary details etc. The survey findings for each programme of
study are presented on the programme information pages on the University
website and via Career Development Services’ website
www.careers.brad.ac.uk
Academic Skills Advice Service
For undergraduate students who are looking to improve their marks during
their time at university, study skills and maths advice is available to all
regardless of degree discipline or level of study. Students can access a
programme of interactive workshops and clinics which is delivered
throughout the year. This is in addition to our extremely popular face-to-face
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guidance from our advisers, who also offer a wide range of online and paper
based materials for self-study.
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/academic-skills
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we
are committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to
everyone. The Disability Service can help by providing support, advice and
equipment to help you get the most out of your time at Bradford. It is a
place where you can discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments
that you may need, whether these relate to study, personal care or other
issues. For more information contact the Disability Service by phoning:
01274 233739 or via email: disabilities@bradford.ac.uk
University policies and initiatives
Learning and Teaching
Our University approach to learning, teaching and assessment is
encapsulated by an integrated set of themes and principles within our
Curriculum Framework. All of our degree programmes have been designed
to provide you with an inclusive and engaging learning environment which
gives you the opportunity to thrive and develop in your area of study. Our
research-informed programmes have a particular focus on developing your
employability. We also place a strong emphasis on collaborative, real-world
and enquiry-based learning, supported by appropriate learning technologies.
Our assessment is designed not just to measure your achievement, but also
to shape and guide your learning through preparing you for the increasing
level of challenge as you progress through your degree. Together, these lead
to you developing a distinctive set of graduate attributes which will prepare
you for life beyond university.
Ecoversity
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the
principles of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and
teaching, research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and
students. We do not claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but
we aspire to become a leading University in this area. The facilities we create
for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs
and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable
development. Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its
success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a clear signal that
it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development, delivery,
monitoring and review. For more details see www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity
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Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact
Admissions.
The Admissions Office
The University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford, BD7 1DP
UK
Faculty of Social Sciences
The University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford, BD7 1DP
UK
+44 (0)1274 233054
http://www.brad.ac.uk/ssis/socialhttp://www.brad.ac.uk/courses/ sciences
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the
University's regulations and programme approval, enhancement and review
procedures.
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Appendices: BA Applied Criminal Justice Studies
1. Programme Learning Outcomes
Level
Code
Title
Type
L
O
1
4
CT-1012D
Introduction to Forensic
and Crime Scene
Investigation
Core
A
4
SJ-4002D
Learning Strategies
Core
4
SJ-4004L
Global Society: Local
Experiences
Core
S
4
SJ-4005D
State and Society
Core
A
4
SJ-4006D
Introduction to
Sociology
Core
S
4
SJ-4007L
Introduction to Crime
and Criminal Justice
Core
5
SJ-5003D
Crime and Media
Optio
n
5
SJ-5004D
Offenders, Punishment
and Change
Core
5
SJ-5007D
Youth and Crime
Optio
n
5
SJ-5009D
Crime and Law
Core
5
SJ-5010D
Psychological Profiling
Core
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2
LO
3
LO
4
LO
5
LO
6
LO
7
LO
8
S
A
LO
9
LO
10
LO
11
LO
12
LO
13
LO
14
S
A
A
S
S
A
S
A
A
S
A
A
A
S
1
5
SJ-5011K
Research and Evaluation
Core
6
SJ-6003D
Contemporary Criminal
Justice
Core
6
SJ-6005D
International
Perspectives on Crime
Core
6
SJ-6008K
Work Placement
Core
6
SJ-6009K
Dissertation
Core
A
A
A
S
A
A
A
A
S
Notes
A = this outcome is formally assessed in the module
S = this outcome is explicitly supported in the learning and teaching but is not formally assessed
2. Teaching map
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Leve
l
Code
Title
Type
1
X
2
3
4
5
6
7
4
CT1012D
Introduction to Forensic and
Crime Scene Investigation
Core
4
SJ-4002D
Learning Strategies
Core
4
SJ-4004L
Global Society: Local
Experiences
Core
X
X
4
SJ-4005D
State and Society
Core
X
X
X
4
SJ-4006D
Introduction to Sociology
Core
X
X
X
4
SJ-4007L
Introduction to Crime and
Criminal Justice
Core
X
X
5
SJ-5003D
Crime and Media
Option
X
X
5
SJ-5004D
Offenders, Punishment and
Change
Core
X
X
5
SJ-5007D
Youth and Crime
Option
X
X
5
SJ-5009D
Crime and Law
Core
X
X
5
SJ-5010D
Psychological Profiling
Core
X
X
5
SJ-5011K
Research and Evaluation
Core
X
X
6
SJ-6003D
Contemporary Criminal Justice
Core
X
X
6
SJ-6005D
International Perspectives on
Crime
Core
X
X
6
SJ-6008K
Work Placement
Core
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8
9
10
11
12
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
3
6
SJ-6009K
Dissertation
Core
X
X
X
X
X
Teaching and Learning Methods
1. Simulation/Lab Classes
2. Lectures
3. Seminars/Workshops
4. Library/Computer Sessions
5. Presentation
6. Supervision/Tutorials
7. Group work/Discuss
8. Online Ex.
9. Weekly Reading Tasks
10. Media Analysis/Case Studies
11. Placement
12. Site Visits
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3. Assessment map
Level Code
Title
Type
1
CT1012D
Introduction to Forensic
and Crime Scene
Investigation
Core
X
4
SJ-4002D
Learning Strategies
Core
X
X
4
SJ-4004L
Global Society: Local
Experiences
Core
X
X
4
SJ-4005D
State and Society
Core
4
SJ-4006D
Introduction to
Sociology
Core
X
4
SJ-4007L
Introduction to Crime
and Criminal Justice
Core
X
5
SJ-5003D
Crime and Media
5
SJ-5004D
Offenders, Punishment
and Change
Core
X
5
SJ-5007D
Youth and Crime
Core
X
5
SJ-5009D
Crime and Law
Core
5
SJ-5010D
Psychological Profiling
Core
5
SJ-5011K
Research and
Evaluation
Core
X
6
SJ-6003D
Contemporary Criminal
Justice
Core
X
6
SJ-6005D
International
Perspectives on Crime
Core
4
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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
X
X
Option
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
5
6
SJ-6008K
Work Placement
Core
6
SJ-6009K
Dissertation
Core
X
X
X
Methods of Assessment
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Coursework/Essay
Exam
MCQ Exam/Class Test
Book/Journal/Literature Review
Presentation
Summary of Case Studies
Research Critique
Library Exercise
Dissertation
10. Reflective Report
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