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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Liverpool – The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Criminology Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street, full-time over one year.

The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your circumstances. You study this criminology qualification alongside two A Levels as part of a sixth-form programme. Units cover awareness of crime, criminological theories, crime scene to courtroom, and crime and punishment.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, with at least two at Grade 5. You finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

Study alongside 2 other Alevels.

Entry requirements

The most important entry requirement is that you are committed and determined to do well. You need to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with at least 2 at Grade 5. These must include Maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how crime is understood and measured in society.
  • You'll study key criminological theories and what drives criminal behaviour.
  • You'll examine the journey of a case from crime scene to courtroom.
  • You'll analyse crime and punishment across different contexts.
  • You'll develop critical thinking skills relevant to law, justice, and social policy.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the college, studying around 4.5 hours per week over 35 weeks. The course is assessed through a combination of written tasks and examinations set by WJEC. You'll build your understanding unit by unit, covering both theory and applied case studies.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street 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.
  • Youth justice worker, supports young people in the justice system.
  • Crime analyst, examines data to help police services identify patterns.
  • Social worker, helps individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
  • Court clerk, supports the administration of legal proceedings.

What you could study next

  • A Levels in Law, Psychology, or Sociology, natural companions to a criminology qualification and strong preparation for university.
  • BA (Hons) in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the typical degree route for careers in policing, probation, or research.
  • BA (Hons) in Law, for those who want to pursue a legal career after completing the Diploma.
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