Criminology Level 3 Diploma

How effective are the Police? Does your face shape mean you are more likely to commit a crime? Does your postcode make you more of a criminal? What happens to the evidence at a crime scene?

Criminology is a qualification which includes elements of psychology, law and sociology. The Course aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice system and an awareness of the different types of crime as well as exploring the behaviour and theories behind why people commit crime.

The Level 3 Diploma in Criminology offers students the opportunity to understand crime and deviance in society. This Qualification is equivalent to one A Level and is a combination of controlled assessment (50%) and examination (50%).

The topics the Course covers include:

  • Types and consequences of under-reported crime. These include domestic violence, hate crime and e-crime.
  • Theoretical explanations for criminal behaviour including Psychological, Biological and Sociological perspectives.
  • The role the media plays in our perception of crime.
  • Examining what happens at a crime scene to the outcome in the courtroom.

You may go to university to read Law, Criminology, Social Work or other related subjects requiring a high level of evidenced based judgement. You may wish to pursue a career in the Criminal Justice System as either a Police Officer, Legal Executive, Social Worker or Probation Officer.

SPECIFIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Grade 4 in English and a Grade 4 in either History, Geography or RPE.