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Level 3 Criminology Course in Bristol for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Abbeywood Community School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
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 Bristol. Classes run at Abbeywood Community School, full-time during the day over two years.

The course explores crime, criminal behaviour, and the criminal justice system through real case studies. It draws on psychology, law, and sociology to give you a broad understanding of why crime happens and how society responds. You'll need a grade 4 or above in GCSE English to join.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

Criminology is designed for students who have a desire to explore issues about crime and the criminal justice system through an applied learning approach. Students will be able to acquire the necessary knowledge and understanding in purposeful contexts, they will be linking learning to authentic case studies. The qualification is varied and combines elements of psychology, law and sociology.

Entry requirements

4 in English

What you will learn

  • You'll examine the causes of criminal behaviour using psychological and sociological theories.
  • You'll analyse how the criminal justice system works, from policing to sentencing.
  • You'll study key legislation and how it shapes responses to crime.
  • You'll apply your learning to authentic case studies of real criminal cases.
  • You'll evaluate evidence and construct arguments about crime and justice.
  • You'll explore how society, media, and culture influence perceptions of crime.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, case study analysis, and applied tasks that link theory to practice. Assessment is through a combination of controlled assessments and written examinations. Some units are assessed internally and others externally by WJEC.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Abbeywood Community School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and works with communities to prevent it.
  • Probation officer, supports offenders through rehabilitation and supervision.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people involved in the criminal justice system.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to help police identify patterns and trends.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people serving custodial sentences.

What you could study next

  • A Level Law or Psychology, deepens specialist knowledge useful for university applications.
  • BA (Hons) Criminology, the main degree route for careers in criminal justice, research, or policy.
  • BA (Hons) Policing, a degree-level route directly into the police service.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Sciences), an alternative university entry route for those who want to change direction.
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