Level 3 Criminology Course in Hull for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St. Mary’s Voluntary Catholic Academy Hull

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Police Officer Courses in Hull.

About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Hull. Classes run at St. Mary's Voluntary Catholic Academy Hull, full-time during the day. The course runs over two years and covers the study of crime, criminal behaviour, and the justice system. You'll explore topics such as forensic evidence, criminal profiling, and how society responds to crime. The WJEC criminology qualification is well regarded for university applications and higher-level study.

Who this course is for

This Level 3 Diploma is for students aged 16-19 looking to pursue a high-level apprenticeship or University study.

What you will learn

  • You'll examine the causes and patterns of criminal behaviour.
  • You'll study how the criminal justice system works in England and Wales.
  • You'll analyse forensic evidence and its role in criminal investigations.
  • You'll explore theories of crime from psychological and sociological perspectives.
  • You'll evaluate how media and society shape perceptions of crime.
  • You'll assess real criminal cases and apply criminological theory to them.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, case study analysis, and discussion. Assessment for the WJEC Certificate in Criminology is a mix of controlled assessments and written examinations. Controlled assessments are completed in class under supervised conditions. Written exams test your understanding of criminological theory and the criminal justice system.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St. Mary's Voluntary Catholic Academy Hull will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer. Investigates crime and supports communities.
  • Probation officer. Supervises offenders and supports rehabilitation.
  • Youth justice worker. Works with young people in the justice system.
  • Prison officer. Manages and supports people in custody.
  • Crime analyst. Analyses crime data to support policing decisions.
  • Social worker. Supports vulnerable people, often linked to justice settings.
  • Community support officer. Assists police in local communities.

What you could study next

  • Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice. The natural next step for university study, building directly on your Level 3 criminology qualification.
  • Degree in Law. Opens routes into legal practice, policing, and the justice system.
  • Degree in Psychology. Combines well with criminology for roles in forensic or criminal psychology.
  • Level 3 Applied Law. Broadens your understanding of the legal framework alongside criminology.

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