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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Leeds – Garforth Academy

CostFREE
Duration38 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Leeds. Classes run at Garforth Academy, full-time during the day.

This qualification draws on Sociology, Law, and Psychology to explore crime, justice, and criminal behaviour. You'll study a range of topics that give you a detailed understanding of the criminal justice system. The course runs over 38 weeks and is assessed through a mix of exams and controlled assessment tasks. Entry requirements are set by the Sixth Form at Garforth Academy, so check their website for the specific criteria.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Criminology combines elements of Sociology, Law and Psychology to create a qualification that is relevant to many job roles within the criminal justice sector. Like with A-Levels, the criminology diploma requires a mixture of exam and controlled assessment tasks but with a more balanced weighting. The range of topics provides a detailed insight into criminology and prepares students for further study on a number of related degree courses.

Entry requirements

Please see the Sixth Form website for specific entry criteria here http://www.garforthacademy.org.uk/course_requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the causes of crime and criminal behaviour.
  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system works in England and Wales.
  • You'll study key concepts from Sociology, Law, and Psychology as they apply to crime.
  • You'll analyse real criminal cases and how they were handled by the justice system.
  • You'll develop skills in critical thinking and evidence-based argument.
  • You'll prepare for further study in criminology and related degree subjects.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Garforth Academy. Assessment combines written exams and controlled assessment tasks, giving a balanced mix of timed and coursework-style work. This mirrors the format of A-Levels but with more even weighting between the two methods.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Garforth Academy 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 criminal justice system.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to help police identify patterns.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable people in difficult circumstances.
  • Prison officer, maintains safety and supports rehabilitation in custody.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the natural next step after this Level 3 criminology qualification.
  • A degree in Sociology or Psychology, closely related subjects covered in this course.
  • A degree in Law, building on the legal elements of the Diploma.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Policing or Social Work, for those moving into specific professional roles.
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