Criminology
This module is designed to provide the learner with a general understanding of crime, and how crime affects individuals and communities. It provides the learners with a basic understanding of how crime scene investigations proceed. It is also intended to prepare the learners for employment or further study in related areas.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
18 weeks, Monday Evening 6.30pm – 9.30pm.
Further information
For up to date start date / enrolment details of evening classes view the college webpage
Autumn term 2nd October 2023 – 19th Feb 2024
Online.
€335.
If a student is seeking funding from a funding organisation, fees must be paid directly to the College and will be reimbursed when funding comes through.
• Introduction to Criminology
• The Irish Justice and Penal System
• Types of Crime
• Crime and Community
• The Drug Problem in Ireland
• Introduction to the Science of Crime Scene Investigation
5N2107 Criminology
1. Payment
Fees for all courses must be paid prior to starting course. Each module must be paid for before that module will commence. All modules must be paid for with cheque, postal order or bank draft. Cash will not be accepted.
2. Return of Fees
Fees will only be returned where a class is not formed. If a student is eligible for a return of fees, they must fill out a refund form available from the director’s office. Fees are not refundable if a student has started a course and wishes to discontinue.
All refunds will be processed mid-October 2023.
Regional Educational Guidance service for adults:
Having looked at the website you may have difficulty deciding what the best choice for you might be. Help is at hand in the form of REGSA (Regional Guidance Service for Adults).
REGSA can offer you a one-to-one guidance appointment which will allow you an opportunity to explore possible career options and find a suitable course that will match your aspirations or look at career paths arising from the various courses available in WCFE.
Contact REGSA on (051) 302287.
3. Parking
Parking is available for students on evening courses at the college.
Philip Deegan,
Director of Adult Education,
Waterford College of Further Education,
Parnell Street,
Waterford.
Tel: 051-874053 (ext 3010)
Fax: 051-870136
Email: PhilipDeegan@WWETB.ie
Web: http://www.wcfe.ie/evening-courses