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Criminology Personal Statement

Criminology appeals to me because I have always been interested in crime and criminal justice. I believe that crime is an important and relevant subject in today’s modern society due to the increasing issues occurring. Topics that particularly fascinate me include: gender and crime, theories behind an act of crime, victimology and also forensics.

I originally studied a part-time Foreign Languages course at Anglia Ruskin whilst working full-time in a museum to financially support me. However I felt that I wanted to dedicate myself in becoming a full-time student and study a course that greatly appealed to me, having originally worked part-time and then becoming full-time within the museum for four consecutive years. I have gained a number of skills from this position. Social and time management skills were gained quickly having to work with the general public on a daily basis. The work was also very spontaneous and I often had to make independent decisions. Occasionally you would have to overcome aggression from displeased visitors and so I became mature and responsible, in these situations. It was at the museum that I realised that I wanted to work closely with people.

In the last year of secondary school, I decided to take part in organising and taking part in sports activities for a nearby primary school. It was through this that I gained the Sports Leadership Award. I was also a prefect which highlighted that I was seen as a reliable individual.

Having studied English Language and Literature at a-level has given me skills in which I think will help with this degree. It required a great deal of independent reading and research, whilst also having to return to the rest of the class for group discussion, in order to evaluate the text as a team. It has been good preparation for what the degree course would entail. Studying General Studies as an additional subject taught me how to identify and write a reasoned argument, as well as not to think biasedly.

One of my greatest achievements took place in 2006, when I went abroad to Germany on work experience. The trip was organised by the college but only myself and one another pursued this once in a lifetime adventure. Other colleges from around London also took part, so I had to delve into becoming considerably independent as we each had separate places to work. At the age of 15, I joined the Army Cadets and so voluntary work played a big part. For example, I helped raise money for our detachment with another friend one year and at Christmas, collected money for a local hospital.

Criminology as a course looks very interesting and I am eager to expand and improve my knowledge by studying at university. I am hard-working, independent, a great team player, can work well under pressure and most importantly I have a passion for the course that will guarantee me to succeed. I believe that this course will help me to apply for a career within the police force.

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