Were you fascinated by the characters from movie series like True Detective, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, or Sherlock Holmes who played the detective or investigator role? Do you want to be just like them only in real life? Then criminology is for you. Criminology is the study of crime, crime prevention and how the world reacts and controls crime. It is a branch of Sociology which can lead to many different careers within the Criminal Justice System and beyond.
Criminology crosses paths with several other subjects – both inside and outside of the Social Sciences department including Law, Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care, Politics and Government and History to name a few.
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What you could study next
A level 3 criminology qualification can support applications to university. Many students go on to study a BA in Criminology, Sociology, or Law. You could also consider a BA in Social Work or Policing. Some roles in the criminal justice system, such as probation officer or social worker, require a relevant degree, so university study is a natural next step after completing this level 3 criminology qualification.
