Level 3 Criminology Course in Loughborough. Classes run at Main Campus, full-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your age and circumstances. Some learners may be entitled to fee remission, so it's worth contacting the centre to find out where you stand. The course covers crime from a social perspective: its causes, its impact on society, and the motivations behind criminal behaviour. You'll also develop essay writing, critical analysis, and academic English skills throughout. The course runs over two years. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths, with English Language at grade 5.
Who this course is for
On the Level 3 Criminology course, you’ll learn about all aspects of crime
from a social perspective: the causes of crime, its social impact and take a
look into the criminals that are committing these acts. Criminologist
study crime in an attempt to better understand what motivates the criminal to
act in that way.
In Year 12 you will achieve the Level 3 Applied Certificate in Criminology
and by the end of Year 13 you will have achieved the Level 3 Applied Diploma in
Criminology which is equivalent to one A Level.
Entry requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements:All Loughborough College
Sixth Form courses have minimum entry requirements of at least five GCSEs at
grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths.
Subject Specific Entry Requirements:English Language at
grade 5.
What you will learn
You'll explore the causes of crime and the social factors that contribute to criminal behaviour.
You'll examine criminological theories and how they explain why people commit crimes.
You'll study how awareness of crime changes over time and how it is represented in society.
You'll analyse the journey of a criminal case from crime scene to courtroom.
You'll investigate approaches to crime and punishment and how justice systems respond.
You'll develop academic writing skills, including the use of key criminological terminology.
You'll build critical thinking and analytical skills through essay-based assessment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Main Campus. The course is assessed through a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed exams. In Year 12, Unit 1 (Changing Awareness of Crime) is assessed by coursework, and Unit 2 (Criminological Theories) is assessed by exam. In Year 13, Unit 3 (Crime Scene to Court Room) is assessed by coursework, and Unit 4 (Crime and Punishment) is assessed by exam. There are also planned visits to a university law court, a crime laboratory, and Nottingham Court.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, working in crime prevention and investigation
Probation officer, supporting offenders through the justice system
Youth offending worker, helping young people avoid reoffending
Crime analyst, researching patterns and trends in criminal activity
Social worker, supporting vulnerable people in difficult circumstances
Prison officer, maintaining safety and order in custody
Victim support worker, helping people affected by crime
What you could study next
Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the most direct next step after this qualification, recognised by many UK universities.
Degree in Law, for those interested in the legal side of the justice system.
Degree in Sociology or Psychology, which build on the social and behavioural themes covered in this course.
Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology (WJEC), which you'll complete in Year 13 as part of this course, equivalent to one A Level.
