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Level 3 Criminology Course in South Shields

Cost£1,987.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Criminology Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day over one year.

The course explores why crime happens and how society responds to it. You'll study criminal behaviour, the justice system, and how crimes are investigated. Topics include theories of crime, victimology, and the role of the police and courts. The course is assessed through a mix of controlled assessments and written tasks.

You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SSCICRIM | Course Title = Science & Criminology Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 6016248X | Qualification Aim Title = Diploma in Criminology | College Delivery Area = Professional and Creative Studies (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key theories of why people commit crime.
  • You'll study how the criminal justice system works in England and Wales.
  • You'll examine how crimes are investigated and evidence is gathered.
  • You'll learn about the experiences of victims and how they are supported.
  • You'll analyse the role of the police, courts, and prison service.
  • You'll consider how media and society shape attitudes toward crime.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom with tutor-led sessions. Assessment is through controlled assessments completed under supervised conditions, alongside written tasks. There are no traditional exams for this qualification. Your work is submitted across the year rather than in one final sitting.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College 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, reviews data to help police identify patterns.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Victim support worker, helps people affected by crime.

What you could study next

  • A Level Law, builds on your understanding of the justice system and opens routes into legal careers.
  • Level 3 Psychology, complements criminology with a deeper look at human behaviour.
  • A degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice, the natural next step for those wanting to work in research, policy, or the justice sector.
  • A degree in Social Work, for those drawn to supporting vulnerable people.
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