Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Tewkesbury. Classes run at Tewkesbury Academy, full-time during the day, over two years. You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE English Language to enrol. The course explores crime, criminal behaviour, justice systems, and how society responds to offending. It suits those considering university study in criminology, law, psychology, or social sciences, and can open doors to roles in the public and justice sectors. WJEC's level 3 criminology qualification is well suited to study alongside other Level 3 subjects.
Who this course is for
If you enjoy science subjects, practical laboratory work and prefer coursework to exams, this more work relatedly based course, linking the science you study to jobs using scientific skills might suit you. You can study it alongside A level science subjects or other level 3 work related qualifications, making it equally suitable for entry to science courses in higher education, or going straight into work or an apprenticeship. The course covers the fundamentals of biology, chemistry and physics.
Entry requirements
Grade 4 in GCSE English Language
What you will learn
You'll explore theories of why people commit crime and how society explains criminal behaviour.
You'll examine how the criminal justice system works, from policing to sentencing.
You'll analyse how crime is measured and reported in the UK.
You'll study the role of victims in the justice process.
You'll investigate how media and public perception shape attitudes to crime.
You'll evaluate different approaches to crime prevention and rehabilitation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, case studies, and structured coursework. The WJEC criminology qualification is assessed through a combination of controlled assessment tasks and written examinations. Controlled assessments are completed in class under supervised conditions. Written exams test your understanding of criminological theories and the justice system.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tewkesbury Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, working in community or criminal investigation roles
Probation officer, supporting offenders through rehabilitation
Youth offending team worker, helping young people avoid reoffending
Prison officer, managing and supporting people in custody
Victim support worker, helping people affected by crime
Community support officer, working alongside police in local areas
Social worker, supporting vulnerable individuals and families
What you could study next
A Level Law, deepening your understanding of the legal system before university
Level 3 Diploma in Public Services, for roles in the police, fire, or armed forces
BA (Hons) Criminology or Criminal Justice at university, building directly on this qualification
BA (Hons) Psychology or Sociology, for those interested in the behavioural or social sciences angle of crime
