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 and criminology, giving you a grounding in the criminal justice system, how laws are made, and what drives criminal behaviour. You'll visit courts to see the justice process in action. To start, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
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 explore the principles of criminal law and how the justice system works.
You'll study what causes criminal behaviour and how society responds to it.
You'll examine how laws are created, interpreted, and applied in real cases.
You'll develop skills in legal analysis and presenting reasoned arguments.
You'll gain insight into the roles of police, courts, and probation services.
You'll visit courts to observe the criminal justice process first-hand.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations. Classroom sessions combine taught content with case studies and discussion. Your assignments are marked by tutors and moderated externally by Pearson Edexcel. External exams test your understanding of core legal principles.
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 - entry route into uniformed law enforcement
Probation officer - supporting offenders through the justice system
Court clerk - administrative role within the court service
Legal assistant - supporting solicitors or barristers in a law firm
Prison officer - working within the custodial justice system
Crime analyst - researching and analysing criminal data for agencies
Youth justice worker - supporting young people in the justice system
What you could study next
LLB Law Degree - the main route to qualifying as a solicitor or barrister. This BTEC qualification supports university applications.
BA Criminology Degree - a deeper study of crime, justice, and social policy.
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Applied Law - a larger qualification if you want to study more units before moving to degree level.
Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship - combines paid work with a degree for those ready to join the police.
