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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Dronfield

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Dronfield. Classes run at Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School, full-time over two years.

The course introduces you to criminal justice and sets it within a broader humanities context. You'll explore how crime is defined, how the justice system responds, and how society understands criminal behaviour. It pairs well with GCSEs or A Levels in Law, Psychology, and Sociology. Entry requires five grades at 9 to 5, including a grade 5 or above in English Language or Literature.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The purpose of the course is to provide you with an introduction to criminal justice and to give a context for humanities learning. Together with other relevant qualifications, such as GCE Law, Psychology and Sociology, it develops the understanding to support entry to higher education courses in humanities.

Entry requirements

Five 9-5 grades in English and Maths . 5 or above in English Language or Literature.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how crime is defined and measured in society.
  • You'll study how the criminal justice system operates, from policing to sentencing.
  • You'll examine theories of criminal behaviour and what drives people to offend.
  • You'll analyse how victims are affected by crime and how the system supports them.
  • You'll investigate media representations of crime and their influence on public perception.
  • You'll develop skills in applying criminological concepts to real case studies.
  • You'll build the analytical and written skills needed for university-level humanities study.

How you will learn

The WJEC Diploma in Criminology is assessed through a mix of controlled assessments and written examinations. Controlled assessment units require you to complete set tasks under supervised conditions. Written exams test your knowledge and ability to apply criminological concepts. Classes are delivered in school during the day across two years of full-time study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and supports communities.
  • Probation officer, works with offenders to reduce reoffending.
  • Youth justice worker, supports young people in the justice system.
  • Social worker, helps individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Victim support worker, assists people affected by crime.
  • Community safety officer, works with local agencies to prevent crime.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Criminology, the natural next step for university study in this subject.
  • BA (Hons) Law, builds on the legal themes covered in the course.
  • BA (Hons) Sociology or Psychology, closely related disciplines that complement a criminology qualification.
  • A Level Law or Psychology, if you want to strengthen your university application alongside this Diploma.
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