Theories of Criminal Behaviour

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

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU006321
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD5-Communication and presentation
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand genetic and biological theories of criminal behaviour.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain the main features of biological and genetic theories including the work of Sheldon Lombroso and work in genetic transmission.
  • 1.2
    Evaluate the usefulness of biological and genetic theories.
2

Show awareness of social theories of criminal behaviour.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Explain the main features of social theories including Bandura's social learning theory and the work on social construction of criminal behaviour.
  • 2.2
    Evaluate the usefulness of social theories of criminal behaviour.
3

Show awareness of personality theories of criminal behaviour.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain the main features of personality theories such as work of Eysenck.
  • 3.2
    Evaluate the usefulness of personality theories of criminal behaviour.
4

Understand the usefulness of genetic, biological, social and personality theories of criminal behaviour.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Compare and contrast the contributions made by three theories of criminal behaviour to our understanding of why people commit crime.