Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Level 3 Criminology Course in Sevenoaks

Cost£34.02
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Level 3 Criminology Course in Sevenoaks. Classes run at Knole Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to enrol. The course runs over one year and covers how crime is understood, investigated, and responded to by the criminal justice system. You'll apply theory to real cases and build research, analytical, and communication skills that universities and employers value. The level 3 criminology qualification is useful preparation for degrees in criminology, law, psychology, or sociology, and for careers in policing, probation, social work, and related fields.

Who this course is for

Anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system or aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, law, psychology and sociology. It's particularly useful if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university and it will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems. You'll also develop a set of transferable skills including research, analytical thinking and communication that are essential for university study and most careers. The course is generally taken alongside courses such as A levels or Level 3 work related subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how crime is defined, measured, and understood in society.
  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system responds to offending, from policing to sentencing.
  • You'll analyse real criminal cases and apply criminological theory to them.
  • You'll develop research skills, including how to gather and evaluate evidence.
  • You'll practise analytical thinking and structured written argument.
  • You'll study the role of psychology and sociology in understanding criminal behaviour.
  • You'll build communication skills relevant to academic study and professional work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Knole Academy, combining taught sessions with independent study and case analysis. Assessment is through controlled assessments and written tasks set by WJEC. You'll apply theoretical knowledge to real-life scenarios as part of your assessed work. There is no formal written exam for all units; controlled assessment is the primary method of demonstrating what you know.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Knole Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, working within the criminal justice system
  • Probation officer, supporting offenders through rehabilitation
  • Social worker, helping vulnerable individuals and families
  • Youth justice worker, working with young people in the justice system
  • Crime analyst, researching patterns and data for police services
  • Legal assistant, supporting solicitors or barristers in a law firm
  • Community support officer, working alongside police in local areas

What you could study next

A level 3 criminology certificate is a strong foundation for degree-level study. You could progress to a BA in Criminology, Law, Psychology, or Sociology at university. Many students also combine this with A Levels to strengthen their UCAS application. If you want to work in social care or probation without a degree, a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is another option worth exploring.

Apply on wjec.co.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at Knole Academy

More courses near you