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Level 3 Criminology Course in Hartlepool for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Hartlepool. Classes run at English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers why people commit crimes, how the justice system responds, and how campaigns drive changes in the law. You'll explore types of crime, criminal behaviour, and the roles of police, courts, and judges. Units also cover gathering and assessing evidence. You need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English, to join.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system, those aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, or if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university. It will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems and 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

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including maths and English language.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the causes and consequences of crime.
  • You'll study why crimes go unreported and examine real cases.
  • You'll learn criminological theories and how to apply them.
  • You'll understand the roles of police, courts, and judges.
  • You'll analyse how campaigns have led to changes in the law.
  • You'll develop skills in gathering and assessing evidence.
  • You'll practise research, analytical thinking, and communication.

How you will learn

The course is assessed across four units, each worth 25% of your final grade. Units 1 and 3 are controlled assessments completed in class. You respond to set scenarios and can use your course notes. Units 2 and 4 are written exams, each lasting one hour and thirty minutes. Assessment happens throughout the two years, not just at the end. Grades run from A* to E.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form 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.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable people through difficult circumstances.
  • Court clerk, assists with the administration of court proceedings.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to help police identify patterns.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people in the justice system.

What you could study next

  • A Level Law, deepens legal knowledge for a career in the legal profession.
  • BA (Hons) Criminology, a university degree for those wanting to specialise further.
  • BA (Hons) Psychology, builds on the behavioural science covered in this qualification.
  • BA (Hons) Social Work, leads to a career supporting vulnerable people and families.
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