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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Aylesbury

CostFREE
Duration15 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Aylesbury. Classes run at The Grange School, full-time over 15 months across two years of sixth form study. You'll explore different types of crime, why people commit crime, and how the justice system responds. You'll also study high-profile cases, media campaigns that aim to change the law, forensic investigation, and how cases are prepared for court. Entry requires a grade B or above in GCSE English, though a high grade C may be considered. You'll also need to purchase the Level 3 Applied Diploma textbook from Illuminate Publishing.

Who this course is for

Level 3 Criminology is a popular course, covering all aspects of crime. In Year 12, students get to learn about different types of crimes, explanations for why people commit crime and how we deal with criminals. They also study real life examples of high-profile crimes and learn about the media campaigns that arise from them, which aim to change the law. In Year 13, students look at what happens at the scene of a crime, the forensic and police investigation process, how cases are prepared for trial, and what happens in the courtroom at a criminal trial. They also look at our current forms of punishments, such as prison sentences, and consider how effective these are for deterring criminals.

Entry requirements

The requirement for this course is that students attain a B grade or above at GCSE English due to the need for strong essay writing skills, although students who have attained a high level C grade in English may be considered. You will also have to purchase the Level 3 Applied Diploma textbook which is published by Illuminate Publishing

What you will learn

  • You'll explore different types of crime and the factors that lead people to commit them.
  • You'll study high-profile real-life cases and the media campaigns they sparked.
  • You'll examine how the law can be shaped by public pressure and campaigning.
  • You'll learn about what happens at a crime scene and how forensic investigations work.
  • You'll follow the process of how a criminal case is built and prepared for court.
  • You'll analyse the role of police in investigating crime.

How you will learn

This is a classroom-based course delivered in sixth form lessons. The WJEC Certificate in Criminology is assessed through a combination of controlled assessments and written examinations. You'll produce written work that draws on case studies and evidence, so strong essay-writing skills are important throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to purchase the Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology textbook, published by Illuminate Publishing. The Grange School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer: investigating crime and supporting communities
  • Probation officer: working with offenders to reduce reoffending
  • Youth justice worker: supporting young people in the justice system
  • Crime analyst: examining data to identify patterns in criminal activity
  • Social worker: helping vulnerable people in complex situations
  • Prison officer: managing and supporting people in custody
  • Paralegal: assisting solicitors with criminal case preparation

What you could study next

A criminology qualification at Level 3 opens routes into higher education. Many students go on to study a BA in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Sociology at university. You could also consider degrees in Law, Psychology, or Policing. If university is not the immediate next step, a Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Criminology or Criminal Justice may be available through some colleges and training providers.

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