Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Brockenhurst. Classes run at Brockenhurst College, part-time during the day, over one year. You'll explore criminal behaviour, the criminal justice system, and the social and psychological factors that shape crime. The course draws on several disciplines, including sociology, psychology, and law. To join, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, with an average GCSE score of at least 4.0.
Who this course is for
Are you interested in the reasons behind criminal behaviour? Do you want to gain insights into the processes of the criminal justice system? Perhaps you are aiming for a career working in criminal justice or tackling crime.If this sounds like you, then you could discover your academic niche, along with great satisfaction, by studying the complex and often absorbing world of Criminology.This is an interdisciplinary subject, which means it crosses traditional subject boundaries. Indeed, it has strong relationships with Sociology, Psychology, Law, Business, Politics, Media Studies and Science.
Entry requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 4 and above with a minimum average GCSE score of 4.0, including:· English Language· MathsAn interest in crime and criminal justice is essential. The most successful Criminology candidates will be able to look at criminal behaviour from an objective viewpoint.
What you will learn
You'll examine the causes of criminal behaviour from social, psychological, and biological perspectives.
You'll analyse how the criminal justice system works, including policing, courts, and sentencing.
You'll evaluate different theories of crime and how they apply to real cases.
You'll study the role of victims in the justice process and how society responds to crime.
You'll develop skills in research, critical thinking, and constructing evidence-based arguments.
You'll explore how crime is represented in media and public debate.
How you will learn
The WJEC Level 3 Certificate in Criminology is assessed through a combination of controlled assessment tasks and written examinations. Controlled assessments are completed in class under supervised conditions. You'll attend daytime classes at Brockenhurst College, where learning is delivered through discussion, case study analysis, and guided study. Assessment is unit-based, with each unit assessed separately across the course of the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brockenhurst College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, community support officer, or special constable
Prison officer, working in custody and rehabilitation settings
Probation services officer, supporting offenders through the justice system
Youth justice worker, helping young people in contact with the law
Victim support worker, providing practical and emotional help to those affected by crime
Crime analyst, working with police or local authorities on crime data
Social worker, supporting vulnerable individuals and families
What you could study next
A Level Criminology or Law: a natural next step if you want to deepen your academic study before university.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Sciences or Law): prepares you for a university application if you don't have A Levels.
BA (Hons) Criminology or Criminal Justice: a full undergraduate degree for those aiming for graduate-level roles in policing, probation, or research.
Level 3 Diploma in Public Services: a practical route toward uniformed services careers.
