On Wednesday 15 January Year 12 Psychology students had the opportunity to ‘Be Inspired’ about Criminal Justice at Lincoln University. Students attended workshops run by specialists in a variety of subjects, all with a connection to the Criminal Justice System.
In the Psychology session students learnt about profiling and had a go at interviewing an offender. In Criminology they learnt about the different purpose of prisons and had a go at designing their own. In the Forensic Science lesson, they learnt how to read fingerprints and analyse blood samples. In the Law workshop students learnt about behaviour that does and does not constitute a crime; and factors that make criminal behaviour ‘worse’ or ‘better’ than others.
In addition to increased subject knowledge, students also experienced what it was like to study at university, achieved a greater awareness of the multi-disciplinary nature of subjects in the world of work, and obtained ideas for potential future careers. Overall, this was a very informative and enjoyable day.
Mrs H Brooks
Subject Leader - Psychology
