Lyceum Correspondence College
Diploma in Criminal Justice
(NQF Level 6, minimum credits 374, SAQA ID 79466)
Certification
Once you have successfully completed this programme, students will be awarded a Diploma in Criminal Justice.
Programme Type
National Diploma
Course Prospects
The security industry is a big sector in terms of job opportunities in South Africa. There is a growing demand for practically trained and knowledgeable law enforcement officers in the public and private sector.
This career-directed qualification is designed to meet the needs of people who work for public police agencies such as the South African Police Service (SAPS). It will also empower you to become a private law enforcement officer or to start your own private business in the field of security.
You can also continue to study in fields such as criminology, policing, traffic and metropolitan police services.
Entrance Requirements
Grade 12/Senior Certificate, or any equivalent qualification as prescribed
Programme Duration
Minimum: 3 Years
Maximum: 6 Years
Course Contents
First year:
| General Management | NQF 5 |
| Criminal Law I | NQF 6 |
| Law and Procedure of Evidence | NQF 6 |
| Concepts of Policing I | NQF 5 |
| Security Practice I | NQF 5 |
Select one of the following:
| Criminology and Victimology | NQF 5 |
| Crime Scene Management | NQF 5 |
Second year:
| Business Communication | NQF 5 |
| Criminal Law II | NQF 6 |
| Policing II | NQF 6 |
| Security Practice II | NQF 6 |
| Business Law | NQF 5 |
Select one of the following:
| Criminology II | NQF 6 |
| Risk Management | NQF 6 |
Third Year
| Crowd Management | NQF 7 |
| Policing III | NQF 7 |
| Security Practice III | NQF 7 |
| Business Ethics | NQF 6 |
Select one of the following:
| Crime Prevention | NQF 6 |
| Community Policing | NQF 6 |
| Project Management for Law Enforcement | NQF 5 |
Assessment
Formative: One assignment must be completed for every subject.
Summative: One examination must be written for every subject.
