Course Description
Students will explore the nature of criminal justice policy and practice, considering the rapidly changing theoretical and real-world contexts within which the work of the criminal just system is planned and managed. The course provides a major opportunity, particularly for experienced or aspiring employees of criminal justice agencies, to further their careers by obtaining advanced qualifications, which have an applied and practical ethos, albeit in a challenging intellectual and academic context. There are opportunities for students working within the criminal justice system to link their proposal and dissertation research to their current employment experience. Content of the course The PgDip is the 'taught' stage of this programme. It uses learning and assessment strategies appropriate to the level of maturity and experience of students. It comprises the equivalent of eight modules of study spread throughout the academic year. Those proceeding to the Master's stage will be required to complete a dissertation of an appropriate standard and of approximately 15,000 to 20,000 words.

Course Fees
Course fees are subject to change and you are advised to check the current details with the course provider before enrolling on this course

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Assessment method
The emphasis will be very much on student-centred approaches to teaching and non-traditional forms of assessment. The PgDip is therefore taught principally in seminars, tutorials and workshops with maximum student participation. Assessment is primarily by coursework and presentations. The Master's degree is assessed via the dissertation.

Entry Requirements
Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in a related social science discipline. Professional qualifications and/or substantial professional experience in an appropriate environment will also be considered.

Course Venue
Perry Barr
Birmingham
West Midlands
B42 2SU

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