Crimes of Violence

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2024.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU025844
Credits:
6
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

Know the law related to non fatal crimes of violence.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the law relating to non fatal offences.

  • 1.2

    Apply this law to specific scenarios.

2

Understand the law relating to homicide.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Compare and contrast the crimes of murder and involuntary manslaughter.

    Can include homicide, genocide, domestic violence and infanticide.

  • 2.2

    Explain the partial defences which may lead to a conviction for voluntary manslaughter.

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.