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Level 3 Criminology Course in Hitchin for 16 to 18 Year Olds – The Priory School Hitchin

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 Hitchin. Classes run at The Priory School Hitchin, full-time over two years.

The course covers how crime is defined, measured, and responded to in society. You'll explore criminal behaviour, the justice system, and how policies are shaped by research. Topics include theories of crime, victimology, and the role of the media in shaping public views on crime.

Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

Students entering Year 12

Entry requirements

The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects will have additional entry requirements which are detailed in our prospectus on each school website.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key theories that explain why people commit crime.
  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system works, from policing to sentencing.
  • You'll analyse the impact of crime on victims and communities.
  • You'll investigate how crime is measured and reported in the UK.
  • You'll evaluate the role of the media in shaping attitudes toward crime.
  • You'll study how government policy responds to crime and disorder.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and constructing evidence-based arguments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, discussion, and independent research. The WJEC Diploma in Criminology is assessed through a mix of controlled assessments and written examinations. Controlled assessments are completed during the course and marked internally. Written exams take place at the end of the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Priory School Hitchin 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, uses data to identify patterns and trends.
  • Social worker, helps individuals and families in difficult circumstances.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the most direct next step for those wanting to work in research, policy, or the justice system.
  • A degree in Psychology, which pairs well with criminology for roles in offender assessment or mental health services.
  • A degree in Law, for those interested in the legal side of the justice system.
  • A degree in Sociology, which broadens understanding of crime in a social context.
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