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Level 3 Criminology Course in Cramlington for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? Check which courses you can do free.

About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Cramlington. Classes run at Cramlington Learning Village, full-time over two years.

The course explores how crime is defined, investigated, and responded to by society. You'll look at criminal behaviour, the justice system, and the social factors behind crime. Topics build research, analytical thinking, and communication skills that transfer well to university and work. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system, those aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, or if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university. It will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems and develop a set of transferable skills including research, analytical thinking and communication that are essential for university study and most careers. The course is generally taken alongside courses such as A levels or Level 3 work related subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore theories of criminal behaviour and why crime occurs.
  • You'll study how the criminal justice system works, from policing to sentencing.
  • You'll analyse the social, psychological, and cultural factors linked to crime.
  • You'll apply theoretical ideas to real criminal cases and scenarios.
  • You'll develop research skills, including how to gather and evaluate evidence.
  • You'll practise analytical thinking and structured written argument.
  • You'll build communication skills suited to university study and professional work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Cramlington Learning Village. The WJEC Diploma in Criminology is assessed through a mix of written examinations and controlled assessment tasks. Controlled assessments require you to apply your knowledge to set scenarios under supervised conditions. Both elements contribute to your final grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cramlington Learning Village will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and supports communities.
  • Probation officer, supervises offenders and supports rehabilitation.
  • Social worker, helps individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people in the justice system.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Victim support worker, assists people affected by crime.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the natural next step after this Diploma.
  • A degree in Law, building on the justice system knowledge you gain here.
  • A degree in Psychology or Sociology, closely linked subject areas that pair well with this criminology qualification.
  • A degree in Social Work, for those aiming at a career in social care or probation.

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