Criminology (Level 3 Diploma)

The Applied Diploma in Criminology is designed as a two-year course to study alongside two other A-level subjects. The course aims to develop your understanding of criminology, which is relevant to a number of occupations today. It links in very well with subjects such as Sociology, Law and Psychology.

You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4.

A recent school report will be required which demonstrates a committed attitude to learning.

It is assumed that students will enrol on a two-year A-level programme of study consisting of three or more subjects. However, students will be expected to demonstrate a committed attitude to learning and to make positive progress in their first year of study. 

There are four units of study:

• Changing awareness of crime – internal assessment
• Criminological theories – external assessment
• Crime scene to courtroom – internal assessment
• Crime and punishment – external assessment

Exam Board: WJEC

This course will be delivered on-site at the Joseph Wright Centre.

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The qualification consists of both internal assignment-based assessments and external examinations. The overall qualification is graded A*-E.

Further Study

This qualification supports entry to higher education to study subject areas such as Criminology, Psychology, Sociology and Law. You may wish to continue to the Foundation Degree in Criminal Justice with Derby College Group.

Careers

The qualification develops your understanding and skills so that you are able to consider employment within some aspects of criminal justice, such as the National Probation Service, the Police, the Courts and Tribunals Service and the National Offender Management Service.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk