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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Saint Helens – Carmel College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start31 Aug 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Saint Helens. Classes run at Carmel College, full-time over two years. The course is for students aged 16 to 18 years old.

You'll study why people commit crime, how crime is portrayed in the media, and how campaigns have changed the law. You'll also explore what happens from crime scene to courtroom, including how evidence is gathered and how trials work. Units cover criminological theories, victimisation, and how organisations work to prevent crime.

Assessment combines external exams and controlled assessments, each worth 50%. You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

Criminology is an exciting subject which will allow you to understand crime and deviance in detail. You will focus on the impact that crime and criminal behaviour has on societies and explore how criminal behaviour can be explained. Studying Criminology will develop your understanding of the different aspects of crime, victimisation and responses to crime and deviance. You will develop your essay writing, time management and organisational skills throughout the course.

Entry requirements

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how different types of crime are portrayed in the media.
  • You'll study criminological theories that explain why people commit crime.
  • You'll learn how crime scenes are analysed and how evidence is collected.
  • You'll follow the trial process from arrest through to verdict.
  • You'll examine how organisations work to prevent crime and protect communities.
  • You'll develop your essay writing, time management, and organisational skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Carmel College. Assessment is split evenly: 50% external exams and 50% controlled assessments. Both are spread across the two years. You'll also benefit from tutorials, guest speaker talks, and trips to support your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Carmel College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and supports communities.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Probation officer, works with offenders to reduce reoffending.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community settings.
  • Victim support worker, helps people affected by crime.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the most common next step for students wanting to specialise further.
  • A degree in Psychology or Sociology, closely related subjects that pair well with this criminology qualification.
  • A degree in Law, useful for those interested in the legal side of crime and justice.
  • A higher apprenticeship in policing or public services, for those who prefer work-based study.
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