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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Bexley – CTK St Mary’s Sixth Form

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Bexley. Classes run at CTK St Mary's Sixth Form, full-time over two years.

The course draws on Psychology, Law, and Sociology. You'll explore why people commit crime, different types of crime, and how perceptions of crime are shaped. You'll also study the criminal justice system from start to finish, covering everything from crime identification to sentencing. Assessment is through a mix of set tasks and examinations. The course carries the same weight as one A Level.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll explore the causes of crime and why people offend.
  • You'll study different types of crime and how they are categorised.
  • You'll examine how the media and society shape perceptions of crime.
  • You'll gain an understanding of the criminal justice system, from investigation to verdict.
  • You'll apply concepts from Psychology, Law, and Sociology to real cases.
  • You'll analyse approaches to crime prevention.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time during the day. The course is assessed both internally and externally. Internal assessment uses set tasks completed during the course. External assessment includes written examinations. Together, these carry the same weight as one A Level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. CTK St Mary's Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, works within the criminal justice system.
  • Probation officer, supports offenders through rehabilitation.
  • Court and tribunal officer, assists in the administration of justice.
  • Crime analyst, examines crime data to support policing.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people who offend.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families.

What you could study next

  • A Level Law, deepens your understanding of the legal system.
  • A Level Psychology, builds on the psychology elements of this criminology qualification.
  • A Level Sociology, explores society and social behaviour in more depth.
  • Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the natural next step after this Level 3 Diploma.
  • Degree in Law or Psychology, both are strong options after completing this course.
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