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Level 3 Criminology Course in Warwick for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Warwick. Classes run at Myton School, full-time over two years.

The course explores how crime is defined, investigated, and responded to by the justice system. You'll study topics including criminal behaviour, victimology, crime scene investigation, and the role of the police and courts. It builds research, analytical thinking, and communication skills that are valued in university study and many careers.

You'll need at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Maths to join. The course leads to a WJEC Diploma in Criminology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Students with an interest in Criminology

Entry requirements

please see Prospectus on school website for up to date entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll explore theories of criminal behaviour and why crime occurs.
  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system investigates and prosecutes crime.
  • You'll study the experiences of victims and how society responds to them.
  • You'll analyse crime scene evidence and forensic processes.
  • You'll develop research and analytical thinking skills through applied tasks.
  • You'll practise communicating arguments clearly in written and verbal form.
  • You'll consider links between criminology, law, psychology, and sociology.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Myton School. WJEC assesses this qualification through a mix of controlled assessments and written examinations. You'll apply theory to real-world scenarios and case studies throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Myton School 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.
  • Social worker, supports individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people in the justice system.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to help police services identify patterns.
  • Victim support worker, provides practical and emotional help to victims of crime.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the natural next step after this qualification.
  • A degree in Law, building on the justice system knowledge from the course.
  • A degree in Psychology or Sociology, related disciplines that pair well with criminology.
  • A degree in Social Work, leading to a career working directly with people in the justice system.
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