Interpersonal Violence

This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU019945
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD5-Communication and presentation
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand interpersonal violence and the problems surrounding "intent'.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the actus reus and mens rea of interpersonal violence

    and apply to factual scenarios.

    Can include homicide, genocide, domestic violence and infanticide.

  • 1.2

    Evaluate the problems concerned with "intent" in interpersonal violence.

2

Understand the defences leading to voluntary manslaughter and the related problems.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe and evaluate the defence of provocation.
  • 2.2
    Describe and evaluate the defence of diminished responsibility.
3

Understand the different types of involuntary manslaughter.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain and assess unlawful act manslaughter.
  • 3.2
    Explain and assess gross negligence manslaughter.