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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Bristol – Patchway Community College – Daytime – Full-time

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 Patchway Community College, full-time during the day.

This criminology qualification explores crime, criminal behaviour, and the justice system through real case studies. You'll draw on psychology, law, and sociology to understand why crime happens and how society responds to it. The course takes two years to complete.

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 theory.
  • You'll analyse how the criminal justice system works, from policing to sentencing.
  • You'll study real criminal cases and apply your learning to them.
  • You'll explore how law shapes society's response to crime.
  • You'll develop skills in critical thinking and evidence-based argument.
  • You'll investigate crime prevention strategies and their effectiveness.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, case study analysis, and applied tasks that link theory to real events. Assessment is a mix of controlled assessments and written tasks completed over the two years. Your teacher will guide you through each unit, building your knowledge of criminology, law, psychology, and sociology as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Patchway Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and supports communities.
  • Probation officer, supervises offenders and supports rehabilitation.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people in the justice system.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Victim support worker, helps people affected by crime.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Criminology, a university degree that takes your study of crime and justice to degree level.
  • BA (Hons) Psychology, ideal if the psychological side of the course interested you most.
  • BA (Hons) Law, for those drawn to the legal elements of the qualification.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Policing, a more vocational route toward a career in law enforcement.
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