Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Blackburn. Classes run at St Wilfrid's C of E Academy, full-time during the day. This two-year criminology qualification explores crime, justice, and the systems that respond to them. You'll apply theory to real cases and develop research, analytical thinking, and communication skills valued in higher education and professional settings. Entry requires four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above. The course is particularly useful if you plan to study criminology, law, psychology, or sociology at university.
Who this course is for
Anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system or aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, law, psychology and sociology. It's particularly useful if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university and it will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems. You'll also develop a set of transferable skills including research, analytical thinking and communication that are essential for university study and most careers. The course is generally taken alongside courses such as A levels or Level 3 work related subjects.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll examine how the criminal justice system works in the UK.
You'll analyse theories of crime and criminal behaviour.
You'll evaluate how crime is reported, recorded, and responded to.
You'll apply criminological theory to real-life case studies.
You'll develop research skills through evidence-based tasks.
You'll build analytical thinking and structured communication skills.
You'll explore careers in areas such as policing, law, probation, and social work.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom through a mix of lessons, discussion, and case-study work. Assessment is through controlled assessment tasks completed in class, alongside written examinations. The WJEC Certificate in Criminology uses a combination of internally assessed units and externally marked exams. Your teacher will guide you through each unit before assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Wilfrid's C of E Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer. Enforce the law and protect communities.
Probation officer. Support offenders through rehabilitation and supervision.
Social worker. Help individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
Youth justice worker. Work with young people in the justice system.
Crime analyst. Research and analyse crime data for agencies.
Legal assistant. Support solicitors and barristers in legal work.
Prison officer. Manage and support people in custody.
What you could study next
Degree in Criminology. The natural next step after this Level 3 qualification, deepening your study of crime and justice.
Degree in Law. Builds on the legal themes covered in this course.
Degree in Psychology or Sociology. Both connect closely to the theory you'll study here.
Level 3 BTEC in Public Services. An alternative route into policing or the armed forces if you want a more vocational path.
