Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Newton Abbot. Classes run full-time at Coombeshead Six Form College, with daytime attendance over 12 months. This criminology qualification explores crime, justice, and the systems society uses to respond to them. You'll study topics such as criminal behaviour, the legal process, and how punishment and rehabilitation work in practice. The course suits those who have completed their GCSEs and want to study criminology at a higher level before moving into employment or further study. Entry typically requires five GCSEs at Level 4 or above.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone move on toing from GCSE with an interest in business. Whether you're considering working for a global corporation, small firm or even running your own business in the future, this subject will give you a good grounding in business theory. You don't need to have studied GCSE business to do this course but you will need good numerical skills (at least level 2). Studying business can lead to careers in almost any employment sector and it combines well with most other A level subjects.
Entry requirements
Five Level 4 GCSEs are required for entry into 6th Form. GCSE Level 5 pass is required in your chosen, or related, subject. Students do not need to have studied GCSE Business It is important students have a strong interest in Business and want to develop good IT skills
What you will learn
You'll explore the causes of criminal behaviour and the theories behind them.
You'll examine how the criminal justice system operates in England and Wales.
You'll analyse the role of the police, courts, and prison service.
You'll investigate how crime is measured and reported.
You'll evaluate approaches to punishment, rehabilitation, and restorative justice.
You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and constructing evidence-based arguments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, group discussion, and independent research. The WJEC Certificate in Criminology is assessed through a mix of controlled assessment tasks and written examinations. Controlled assessments are completed in class under supervised conditions. Written exams test your knowledge and ability to apply criminological theory to real scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Coombeshead Six Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, community support officer, or special constable
Prison officer working in custody and rehabilitation
Probation services officer supporting offenders in the community
Youth justice worker helping young people avoid reoffending
Victim support worker providing practical and emotional help
Court usher or legal administration assistant
Social worker (with further study at degree level)
What you could study next
A Level 3 criminology qualification opens routes into several areas of further study.
A-levels in Law, Sociology, or Psychology, which complement criminology and strengthen university applications.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Sciences), a one-year course designed for adults moving into university study.
A degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Law, or Policing at university, leading to graduate-level roles in the justice sector.
