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This program delves into crime and justice with a specialized focus on cybercrime, examining its effects through criminological and socio-legal lenses across national and international settings. Students gain exposure to contemporary cyber discussions, emphasizing cutting-edge research and professional applications.
The Level 3 curriculum equips learners for progression to various honors degree programs in related disciplines within the law and criminology department at the Royal Docks School of Business and Law, such as:
Adopting a critical, interdisciplinary approach, the course explores crime, cybercrime, and criminal justice systems through fundamental concepts and theoretical frameworks. Students examine the digital landscape's influence from both criminological and legal-social viewpoints, considering domestic and global implications. The curriculum offers perspectives on ongoing criminology and cybersecurity discussions, highlighting evolving research and industry practices.
Instruction is delivered by practicing criminology and cybercrime researchers with substantial publications, ensuring research-driven, high-caliber education.
Students experience an engaging, rigorous, and supportive learning environment through various teaching methods including lectures, seminars, workshops, group activities, and personalized supervision. Classroom instruction is enhanced by digital learning materials, independent study, and assignment preparation. Resources include technology access, electronic databases, and specialized library collections.
Graduates may pursue careers in police cybercrime divisions or private sector security teams. Potential roles span crime prevention (with NGOs or charities), cybersecurity research/policy (including positions in UK Home Office Cybercrime Units or the National Crime Agency), intelligence analysis, security consulting, correctional systems, or advanced studies in cybercrime/criminology.