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Task 1:
Organisation is important to success in A Level Criminology. Please buy and bring the following equipment to your first A Level Criminology lesson:
• Ring binder folder
• Folder dividers
• Plastic wallets
Task 2:
As part of the first year of the course, we will explore how the media reports crime. Conduct your own research on the types of crimes reported by the media and how the media report them.
Books
Mirrlees-Black C et al The 1998 British Crime Survey: England and Wales (Home Office,1998) ISBN 9781840821833
Reiner (2002) Media Made Criminality Reiner, Robert and Maguire, Mike and Morgan, Rod, (eds.)
The Oxford Handbook of Criminology. Oxford University Press, Oxford, UK, pp. 302-340.
ISBN 9780199256099 http://www.sociology.org.uk/as4mm4b.pdf
Hobbs D (1995) Bad Business: Professional Crime in Modern Britain OUP ISBN 978-0-19-825848-3
Bowling B, Phillips C (2002) Racism, Crime and Justice (Longman Criminology Series) ISBN 0582 299665
Criminological Theory (Florida State University) www.criminology.fsu.edu
Psychology of crime http://www.holah.karoo.net/alevel/crime.html
Blogs and articles on psychology of crime http://www.psychologytoday.com/topics/law-andcrime
Podcasts
The Secret Barrister: While not a specific podcast by The Secret Barrister (who writes books and blogs), many legal and true crime podcasts will interview them or discuss themes from their work, which offers a critical and often eye-opening insight into the criminal justice system from the perspective of a frontline lawyer. Seek out episodes from other podcasts that feature discussions on this topic.
Law in Action (BBC Radio 4): Although broadly about law, this podcast frequently covers criminal law, policing, sentencing, and the broader criminal justice system in the UK. It's excellent for understanding the legal context of criminological issues.
Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Hosted by sociologist Laurie Taylor, this podcast often delves into the sociology of crime, deviance, punishment, and social control. It's great for exploring the theoretical underpinnings of criminology.
The Criminology Academy Podcast: A more academic podcast that often features interviews with criminologists discussing their research, current debates in the field, and different criminological theories. Look for episodes that introduce core concepts.
Crime & Punishment (from The Economist): While a broader news podcast, "The Economist" often has dedicated segments or special series on crime trends, policing strategies, and global issues related to crime and justice. Good for a more global and analytical perspective.
Fruitvale Station
BBC - Killer in our classroom (crime campaigns)
BBC - The Ugly Face of Disability Hate Crime (hate crime)
Prime Video - When Missing Turns to Murder S1E7 (honour crime)
Apple - Deadly Dates S1E3 (domestic violence)
Youtube:
YouTube explanations of social views of crime:
Specification:
wjec-applied-diploma-in-criminology-spec-e-22-06-22-1.pdf
Tutor2u is useful for further resources https://www.tutor2u.net/
Crime Statistics for England and Wales www.crimestatistics.org.uk
Crime Survey for England and Wales http://www.crimesurvey.co.uk
BBC News story http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/6224245.stm
The Crime and Deviance Channe
Student textbooks:
Criminology Book One for the WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate & Diploma
Criminology Book Two for the WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate & Diploma
WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate & Diploma Criminology: Revised Edition
WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate & Diploma Criminology Study & Revision Guide:
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