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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Poole

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education, full-time over two years. The course is free for adults who do not yet hold a full Level 3 qualification.

In psychology, you explore key theories, mental health, addiction, and psychological research. Criminology units look at crime, criminal justice, and social control. Law units cover civil law, tort, and the criminal legal system. You study each subject across both years, building depth as you go.

You need at least five GCSEs at grades A to C (or grades 4 to 9), including English Language and Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

The Applied Applied Psychology, Criminology and Law programme of study is formed of 3 separate level 3 qualifications in Psychology, Criminology and Law.

Entry requirements

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (formerly grades A*- C) including English Language and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key psychological theories and approaches, including how they apply to everyday life.
  • You'll study mental health, including types of mental disorders and approaches to treatment.
  • You'll investigate unhealthy behaviours such as addiction and the psychology behind lifestyle choices.
  • You'll carry out your own psychological research project, learning how scientific research works.
  • You'll examine why people commit crime, criminal theories, and how the justice system operates.
  • You'll develop knowledge of civil law, tort law, and criminal law.
  • You'll build familiarity with legal terminology used in professional and court settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the college. Assessment combines coursework, assignments, and practical research projects. The psychology element includes a self-directed research project. Criminology and law units are assessed through written tasks and applied activities. There are no traditional written exams for the BTEC units; your work is assessed on an ongoing basis throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Psychology support worker, assists qualified psychologists in clinical or community settings.
  • Mental health support worker, supports people experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • Probation services officer, works within the criminal justice system supporting offenders.
  • Legal administrator, handles casework and documentation in a law firm or court.
  • Youth worker, supports young people in community or educational settings.
  • Social care worker, provides support to vulnerable adults or children.

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) Psychology, the main university route for those wanting to become a chartered psychologist.
  • BA (Hons) Criminology or Criminology and Law, builds directly on the criminology and law content you've studied.
  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Applied Psychology, a larger qualification if you want to go deeper before university.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma in Psychology, an alternative university entry route for those returning to study later.
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