Level 3 Criminal Minds
Option Selection will be opened again in January 2024. Information is currently being updated and may change at any time.
Option Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms B. Kingston.
In "Criminal Minds," you'll dive into the psychology of crime, exploring the minds of serial killers and understanding what drives people to commit extreme acts. The course also examines how society defines justice and responds to these crimes. Through case studies and psychological analysis, you'll gain insight into criminal behavior, justice systems, and the moral questions surrounding crime and punishment.
You will complete a mix of Psychology, Legal Studies and Sociology standards.
Recommended Prior Learning
Any level 2 Social Sciences course (2SS), or with HOD approval.
Pathway
Tertiary study.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Evaluate sociological theories
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Evaluate a social institution
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Evaluate a social structure
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Evaluate a concept of justice in relation to an actual situation
NZQA Info
Psychology 3.1 - Analyse the interaction between psychological approaches
Pathway Tags
Urban/Regional Planner, Immigration Officer, Intelligence Officer, Construction and Infrastructure, Geospatial Specialist, Survey Technician, Surveyor, Secondary School Teacher, Tertiary Lecturer, Geologist, Meteorologist, Travel Agent/Adviser, Historian, Retail Manager, Actor, Art Director (Film/Television/Stage), Artistic Director, Translator, Archivist, Conservator, Curator, Librarian, Library Assistant, Author, Journalist, Elected Government Representative, Policy Analyst, Barrister, Judge, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Records Adviser, Retail and Personal Services, Town Planner, Teaching, Demographer, Tourist Operator, Tourism Industry, Archaeologist, Anthropologist, Resource Management, Diplomat, Sociologist, Film maker, Lawyer, Social Work, Possible future careers: Urban/Environmental/Regional/Town Planner, Construction and Infr,
Disclaimer
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.