Understanding Criminal Law
Ā£79
Approximately 45 - 67 hours of engagement required.
This online course provides an in-depth, legal understanding of criminal law and its application. It develops advanced analytical skills in assessing legal responsibility and applying legal reasoning to complex cases. The course is suitable for all levels of experience.
Expert Guidance
Our course is designed by legal experts, ensuring you get accurate and reliable information.
Practical Learning
We focus on real-world examples, making complex legal concepts easy to understand.
Lifetime Access
Once you sign up, you'll have lifetime access to the course, including any updates.
Course Overview
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MODULE 1: Introduction |
Foundations of criminal law, key principles, and how criminal liability is established. |
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MODULE 2: Actus Reus |
The physical element of a crime, including acts, omissions, and causation. |
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MODULE 3: Mens Rea |
The mental element of a crime, such as intention, recklessness, and negligence. |
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MODULE 4: Strict Liability |
Offences where liability may arise without proving fault or intent. |
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MODULE 5: Multiple Parties |
Criminal liability involving more than one person, including aiding and encouraging offences. |
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MODULE 6: Inchoate Offences |
Crimes committed before the full offence occurs, such as attempts, conspiracy, and encouragement. |
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MODULE 7: Defences (Complete) |
Defences that result in complete acquittal, including self-defence, duress, and insanity. |
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MODULE 8: Non-Fatal Offences |
Offences causing injury without death, including assault, battery, and bodily harm. |
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MODULE 9: Sexual Offences |
The law relating to sexual crimes, consent, and relevant offences. |
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MODULE 10: Homicide & Partial Defences |
Murder, manslaughter, and defences that reduce liability, such as loss of control. |
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MODULE 11: Offences Against Property |
Crimes involving property, including theft, robbery, burglary, and fraud. |
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