Do you want to be a lawyer, criminologist or police officer? If so, then this is the course for you. Criminology is a practical subject where you can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. The purpose of this qualification is to provide you with an introduction to criminal justice and to give you a context for humanities learning. Combined with a relevant A Level in Law, Psychology or Sociology, it develops your understanding in preparation for university.
In your first year, you will study the Level 3 Applied Certificate in Criminology. As part of this, you will study the following mandatory modules:
1) Changing Awareness of Crime
2) Criminological Theories.
In your second year, you will be working towards the Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology. As part of this, you will build on your first year and study:
3) Crime Scene to Courtroom
4) Crime and Punishment.
You would need at least five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English Language.
Criminology is assessed with a combination of internal and external exams using the grade framework (A to E). Students must pass each module to gain the award.
Students taking Criminology usually progress to University or Higher Education. The most popular degrees are Criminology with Law/Criminal Justice/Psychology/Sociology. Due to the nature of this practical subject, you can also go straight into employment and showcase your knowledge.
NISHA SROA
- BSc (Hons) Psychology from Nottingham Trent University
- MSc (Hons) in Psychological Wellbeing and Mental Health
- Examiner of WJEC Criminology and AQA Psychology
- Experience of working in the psychology and education sector
PARDEEP CHOHAN
- BA (Hons) Sociology from the University of Birmingham
- PGCE from Birmingham City University
- Over 10 years’ teaching experience in FE, Secondary School and Adult Education
- Experience of working in Special Educational Needs (SEN)