3SSCR

Level 3 Criminal Minds

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.

Total Credits Available: 23
Internal Assessed Credits: 23
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 8991 v5
NZQA Info

Evaluate sociological theories


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 8995 v5
NZQA Info

Evaluate a social institution


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 8999 v5
NZQA Info

Evaluate a social structure


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 27840 v3
NZQA Info

Evaluate a concept of justice in relation to an actual situation


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91872 v1
NZQA Info

Psychology 3.1 - Analyse the interaction between psychological approaches


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 23
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

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.