Law and Criminology
LAW & CRIMINOLOGY
Law & Criminology at Macademia Daytime Academy introduces younger learners to how rules, fairness, and justice work in everyday life. Students explore why laws exist, how society deals with right and wrong, and how investigations help solve problems, while developing confidence in discussion, reasoning, and critical thinking.
The course is designed as flexible learning blocks for home-educated children, with 2-hour sessions that are semi-structured and discussion-based. Students are encouraged to share opinions, ask questions, and explore real-life scenarios in a safe and supportive environment.
Through interactive activities, case studies, and role-play, students begin to understand how laws are made, how decisions are reached, and how people work within systems to keep society fair and safe.
Introduction to Law & Criminology
- What rules and laws are
- Right and wrong in everyday life
- Understanding different types of behaviour
- Who helps keep society safe
- Rights and responsibilities
- Simple case discussions
Law, Ethics & Society
- Fairness and justice
- Basic human rights
- Making decisions (right vs wrong)
- Rules in different situations
- Group discussions and debates
- Reflection and sharing views
Criminal Justice System
- What the police do
- What happens in court (simplified)
- Evidence and decision making
- Roles in a courtroom
- Consequences and fairness
- Simple role-play trial
Investigation & Problem Solving
- What is an investigation?
- Looking at clues and evidence
- Observing details
- Solving simple cases
- Working as a team
- Presenting findings
Why People Behave the Way They Do
- Understanding choices and behaviour
- Influence of environment
- Emotions and decision making
- Media and behaviour
- Preventing problems
- Sharing ideas
Careers & Real Life Skills
- Jobs in law and investigation
- What skills are needed
- Speaking and presenting ideas
- Confidence in discussion
- Problem-solving skills
- Final presentation
