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Level 3 Criminology Course in Grays

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Criminology Course in Grays. Classes run at USP College Palmers Campus, full-time over two years.

The course is funded for 16 to 18 year olds. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though an Advanced Learner Loan could help.

You'll study why crimes happen, how they're perceived, and why some go unreported. The course covers criminal behaviour, criminological theories, and how the criminal justice system works from crime to verdict. You'll also evaluate how effectively society controls crime and delivers justice. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

You will be expected to stay up-to-date with current events, in order to participate in discussions relating to the content taught in class. If you have commitment and enthusiasm then you will easily be able to manage the challenging workload both in and outside of the classroom.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths. At least two grade 4s in GCSE written subjects. One of these must be English Language. Other written subjects include History, Geography, Humanities, English Literature, Business, Media Studies, Religious Studies (full course), Drama or Film.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore different types of crime and why some crimes go unreported.
  • You'll examine the influences that shape public perceptions of crime.
  • You'll investigate why people commit crime, drawing on criminological theories.
  • You'll trace the criminal justice process from the moment a crime is identified to the verdict.
  • You'll analyse evidence to assess the justice of verdicts in criminal cases.
  • You'll evaluate how social control policies deliver criminal justice.
  • You'll apply your understanding of criminality to real current events and class discussions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom teaching, discussion, and independent study. Assessment includes a controlled assessment in each year of the course, plus an external timed exam. You'll be expected to follow current events to support in-class discussion. The course is equivalent to one A-Level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Palmers Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and works within the criminal justice system.
  • Probation officer, supports offenders through rehabilitation and supervision.
  • Youth offending worker, works with young people in the justice system.
  • Crime analyst, researches and analyses crime data for police or government.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families in the community.
  • Prison officer, manages and rehabilitates offenders in custody.

What you could study next

  • A-Levels, if you want to combine this qualification with further academic study before university.
  • Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Criminology or Criminal Justice, a step toward specialist roles.
  • Degree in Criminology, Law, Psychology, or Social Work, recognised by UK universities for careers in the justice sector.
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