Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Leamington Spa. Classes run at Campion School, full-time during the day. This WJEC criminology qualification brings together elements of psychology, law, and sociology to introduce you to the criminal justice system. You'll study two units: Changing Awareness of Crime and a second unit that builds on your understanding of how crime is perceived, reported, and responded to. The course is designed to complement humanities subjects and support progression to university. Typical contact time is 9 hours.
Who this course is for
WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate in Criminology is a qualification with elements of psychology, law and sociology that complements studies in humanities. Its purpose is to provide you with an introduction to criminal justice and to give a context for humanities learning. The course consists of two units. The first mandatory unit, Changing Awareness of Crime, will enable you to demonstrate understanding of different types of crime, influences on perceptions of crime and why some crimes are unreported. The second mandatory unit, Criminological Theories, will allow you to gain an understanding of why people commit crime, drawing on what you have learned in Unit 1. Each unit has an applied purpose, which acts as a focus for the learning in the unit. The applied nature of the course requires learning to be related to authentic case studies. It also requires you to consider how the way you use and apply what you have learned impacts on yourself, other individuals, employers, society and the environment.
What you will learn
You'll explore different types of crime and how they are defined and categorised.
You'll examine why some crimes go unreported and how perceptions of crime are shaped.
You'll study the influences of psychology, law, and sociology on criminal behaviour and justice.
You'll analyse how the criminal justice system responds to crime.
You'll develop skills in applying criminological theory to real-world scenarios.
You'll build knowledge that connects to humanities subjects including sociology, law, and citizenship.
How you will learn
The WJEC Level 3 Criminology qualification is assessed through controlled assessment units. You'll complete learner assignment briefs for each unit, producing written responses under supervised conditions. Classes are delivered face-to-face at Campion School during the day. Your work is assessed against set criteria, and the centre will guide you through each assignment brief.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Campion School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer: entry-level role in law enforcement and community safety.
Probation services officer: supporting offenders through rehabilitation programmes.
Youth justice worker: working with young people in the justice system.
Crime analyst: researching and analysing crime data for agencies or councils.
Social worker: supporting vulnerable people, often linked to criminal justice.
Community support officer: working alongside police in local communities.
Prison officer: managing and supporting people in custody.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Criminology (WJEC): a broader qualification if you want to go deeper into the subject before university.
A Level Sociology, Law, or Psychology: subject areas that pair well with criminology and strengthen a university application.
Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice: the natural next step if you want to work in research, policy, or specialist criminal justice roles. Many universities accept this Level 3 Certificate as part of an application.
