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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Farnborough – The Sixth Form College Farnborough

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Farnborough. Classes run at The Sixth Form College Farnborough, full-time over two years.

The course covers four units across the two years. In year one, you study how crime is perceived and reported, and the theories behind why people commit crime. In year two, you follow the criminal justice process from crime scene to courtroom, and examine how punishment and social control shape criminal justice policy. Lessons include teacher-led sessions, case studies, independent research, and class discussion. Assessment is 100% by exam, with no coursework.

The course is equivalent to a full A Level and leads to a WJEC Diploma in Criminology.

Who this course is for

16 - 19 ESFA funded learners

Entry requirements

To access vocational courses, students would generally achieve grade 4s (or higher) in their GCSES.

You should have at least a grade 4 in at least one science.

You should have at least a grade 4 in GCSE English language.

Ideally you should have a grade 4 in GCSE maths.

A grade 4 is desirable in another essay based subject, for example, history.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore different types of crime and why some go unreported.
  • You'll examine how the media and society shape perceptions of crime.
  • You'll study the main theories behind criminal behaviour and deviance.
  • You'll trace the criminal justice process from crime scene to courtroom verdict.
  • You'll analyse how punishment and social control deliver criminal justice policy.
  • You'll develop skills in independent research and presenting findings to others.

How you will learn

The course is 100% exam-based with no coursework. Units 1 and 3 are assessed through computer-based exams, totalling 8 hours each. Units 2 and 4 are assessed through written exams of 1.5 hours each. In lessons, you'll take part in teacher-led sessions using videos, PowerPoints, and case studies. You'll also carry out independent research, take notes, and contribute to class discussions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sixth Form College Farnborough will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, investigates crime and works within the criminal justice system.
  • Probation officer, supports offenders through rehabilitation and supervision.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people in contact with the justice system.
  • Crime analyst, researches and analyses crime data for police or government agencies.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families in the community.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people serving custodial sentences.

What you could study next

  • A Level Law, deepens your understanding of the legal system and supports university applications in law or criminology.
  • BA (Hons) Criminology, a university degree that builds directly on this qualification.
  • BA (Hons) Sociology, explores wider social issues alongside crime and deviance.
  • BA (Hons) Psychology, useful if you want to focus on the behavioural side of criminal studies.
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