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Level 3 Criminology Course in Benfleet

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Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact USP College for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Criminology Course in Benfleet. Classes run at USP College Seevic Campus, full-time over two years.

The course is funded for 16 to 18 year olds. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though Advanced Learner Loans may be available for eligible learners.

You'll study why crimes happen, how they're reported, and what shapes public perceptions of crime. Units cover criminological theories, the criminal justice system, and how social control policies are developed and evaluated. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language.

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

Who this course is for

You will be expected to stay up-to-date with current events, in order to participate in discussions relating to the content taught in class. If you have commitment and enthusiasm then you will easily be able to manage the challenging workload both in and outside of the classroom.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths. At least two grade 4s in GCSE written subjects. One of these must be English Language. Other written subjects include History, Geography, Humanities, English Literature, Business, Media Studies, Religious Studies (full course), Drama or Film.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore different types of crime and why some go unreported.
  • You'll examine the influences that shape public perceptions of crime.
  • You'll study the reasons people commit crime, drawing on criminological theories.
  • You'll trace the criminal justice process from the moment a crime is identified to the verdict.
  • You'll develop skills to review the justice of verdicts in criminal cases.
  • You'll evaluate how social control policies deliver criminal justice outcomes.
  • You'll engage with current events to support classroom discussion and analysis.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, discussion, and independent study. Assessment includes a controlled assessment in each year of the course, plus an external timed exam. You'll be expected to keep up with current affairs to support your studies.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Seevic Campus 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 in the community.
  • Youth justice worker, supports young people in the justice system.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to identify patterns in criminal activity.
  • Court clerk, manages case administration in the court system.
  • Social worker, works with individuals and families in complex situations.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the most direct next step for those wanting to work in research, policy, or the justice sector.
  • A degree in Law, for those interested in legal practice or advocacy.
  • A degree in Psychology, which pairs well with the theories covered in this qualification.
  • A degree in Social Work, for those drawn to community and justice-related roles.
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