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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Bristol – Meadowbrook Primary School Olympus Academy Trust

CostFREE
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 Meadowbrook Primary School Olympus Academy Trust, full-time during the day.

The course explores crime and the criminal justice system through real case studies. It draws on psychology, law, and sociology, giving you a broad and varied grounding. You'll need a grade 4 in English to join. The course runs over two years.

You'll finish with a Level 3 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 explore why crime happens and how society responds to it.
  • You'll study key ideas from psychology, law, and sociology as they apply to crime.
  • You'll analyse real criminal cases and link them to theory.
  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system works in the UK.
  • You'll develop skills in applying knowledge to practical, real-world contexts.
  • You'll build an understanding of crime prevention and sentencing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and applied case study work. The course uses an applied learning approach, so you'll connect theory to authentic criminal cases throughout. Assessment is through a combination of controlled assessments and examinations, as set by WJEC.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Meadowbrook Primary School Olympus Academy Trust will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and supports communities.
  • Probation officer, works with offenders to reduce reoffending.
  • Youth justice worker, supports young people in the justice system.
  • Prison officer, manages and rehabilitates people in custody.
  • Social worker, helps vulnerable people in difficult circumstances.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to help police target resources.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Criminology or Criminal Justice, for deeper specialist study.
  • A degree in Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, or Law, building on the knowledge from this qualification.
  • A degree in Policing or Criminal Justice, which some universities now offer as a direct route into the police service.
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