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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Saint Helens

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
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 Cowley International College, full-time over two years.

The course explores crime as both an individual and social phenomenon. You'll study criminal, delinquent and deviant behaviour, and how society responds to crime. Topics include what drives criminal behaviour, how laws are formed, and the investigative techniques used in criminal justice. You'll also build transferable skills in report writing, analytical thinking and time management. You need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language, to enrol.

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

Who this course is for

Criminology is a wide ranging study of crime as both an individual and social phenomenon. Students will develop an in-depth understanding of the complexities of criminal, delinquent and deviant behaviour, as well as society's reaction to crime. The course allows students to develop key transferable skills such as time management, report writing and analytical and critical thinking.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs or equivalent, grade 9 - 4, including Maths and English Language

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the causes of criminal and deviant behaviour.
  • You'll study how society defines and responds to crime.
  • You'll examine investigative techniques used in criminal justice.
  • You'll analyse real criminal cases and apply criminological theory.
  • You'll develop report writing and analytical thinking skills.
  • You'll build an understanding of the criminal justice system, including areas like the probation service.

How you will learn

The course is assessed through a mix of controlled assessments and written examinations. Units 1 and 3 are assessed by an eight-hour controlled assessment. Units 2 and 4 are assessed by a 90-minute examination. Each year, 25% of your grade comes from controlled assessment and 25% from examination. You'll study in the classroom full-time across two years.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Probation service officer, supports offenders through rehabilitation programmes.
  • Police officer, investigates crime and maintains public safety.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Victim support worker, helps people affected by crime.
  • Community safety officer, works with local agencies to reduce crime.
  • Court usher, assists in the running of court proceedings.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Criminology, a university degree that deepens your study of crime and criminal justice.
  • BA (Hons) Criminal Justice, focuses on the systems and institutions that respond to crime.
  • BA (Hons) Law, opens routes into legal practice or the wider justice sector.
  • BA (Hons) Forensic Science, suits those interested in the scientific side of criminal investigation.
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