Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers applied law alongside criminology and social science, giving you a grounding in how the criminal justice system works. You'll explore what drives criminal behaviour and gain insight into legal processes, including visits to the courts. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, to enrol. The course suits those with an interest in criminology, law, and psychology.
Who this course is for
Understanding the world of the criminal can lead to an exciting career in the criminal justice system. The L3 Criminology & Social Science study programme will teach you what you need to know to begin your career in criminology and law. Gain an insight in to what drives people to commit crime and experience the real life criminal justice process by visiting the courts. This course delivers a unique insight to criminology with relevant links to the industry and is the only course of its kind in the area. The course also helps you improve yournemployability skills to help you to gain related employment. With links to the Foundation Degree and University Programme for progression after you graduate, this course is a fantastic stepping stone into your career working with victims and offenders.
Entry requirements
4 x GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English In addition: An interest in ciminology, law & psychology
What you will learn
You'll study the principles of criminal law and how they apply in practice.
You'll explore the factors that lead people to commit crime.
You'll examine how the criminal justice system operates, from investigation to sentencing.
You'll develop knowledge of social science concepts relevant to law and criminology.
You'll experience the legal process first-hand through court visits.
You'll analyse real cases and legal scenarios to build applied understanding.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time over two years. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, case study analysis, and visits to the courts to observe the criminal justice process in action. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate is through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations, as set by Pearson.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, working within the criminal justice system
Probation services officer, supporting offenders through rehabilitation
Court clerk, assisting with legal proceedings and administration
Legal secretary, providing administrative support in a law firm
Crime analyst, researching and interpreting crime data
Youth offending team worker, supporting young people in the justice system
Prison officer, managing and rehabilitating offenders in custody
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Criminology or Law: a larger qualification that can strengthen a university application.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Law or Social Science): a one-year course designed for adults applying to university without traditional A-levels.
LLB Law Degree: the undergraduate route into qualifying as a solicitor or barrister.
BA Criminology or Criminal Justice: a degree focusing on crime, society, and the justice system.
