Level 3 Criminology Course in Merton. Classes run at Merton College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll study crime, criminal behaviour, and how the justice system responds to it. The course covers theories of crime, the role of the police and courts, and how society understands punishment and rehabilitation. It's a strong foundation if you're considering university study in criminology, law, psychology, or social sciences.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore theories that explain why crime happens and how society responds
You'll examine how the criminal justice system works, including policing, courts, and sentencing
You'll analyse the causes and effects of different types of crime
You'll evaluate approaches to punishment, rehabilitation, and reducing reoffending
You'll develop skills in research, critical thinking, and constructing evidence-based arguments
You'll consider the role of victims in the justice process
How you will learn
The WJEC Level 3 Criminology Certificate is assessed through a combination of controlled assessment tasks and written examinations. Controlled assessments are completed in class under supervised conditions. You'll build your responses using case studies, research evidence, and criminological theory. Teaching is classroom based, with daytime sessions at Merton College.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Merton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Probation services officer support role, working with offenders in the community
Police officer, applying criminology knowledge to law enforcement
Youth justice worker, supporting young people in the justice system
Prison officer, managing and rehabilitating offenders in custody
Victim support worker, helping people affected by crime
Community safety officer, working with local councils on crime prevention
What you could study next
Level 3 A Level Law or Sociology, to broaden your social science knowledge before university
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Sciences), a university entry route for those without A Levels
BA (Hons) Criminology or BA (Hons) Criminology and Law, undergraduate degrees that build directly on this qualification
BA (Hons) Psychology, for those interested in the behavioural side of criminal studies
