SubjectsCriminology

L3 Applied Criminology Diploma

Criminology is a new and exciting course that not only looks at patterns and trends within criminal behaviour but also explores how individuals are punished through the criminal justice system. If you love your crime documentaries and are interested in what motivates individuals to commit crimes, then this is the course for you. The Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology course is taught over two years and will accrue the same equivalent UCAS points as one A level.

UNIT 1: Changing Awareness of Crime (internally assessed). You will explore how crime reporting impacts the public perception of crime and criminals. You will then go on to study how campaigns are used to bring about change and plan a campaign of your own.

UNIT 2: Criminological Theories (external assessment) You will discover and assess all the theories that have been put forward to explain why crime occurs.

YEAR 13 UNIT 3: Crime Scene to Courtroom (internally assessed) You will gain an understanding of the process of criminal investigations. You will then go on to learn about the prosecution of suspects and be able to review criminal cases.

UNIT 4: Crime and Punishment (external assessment) You will study every aspect of the criminal justice system and the types and purposes of punishment in England & Wales.

We offer enrichment activities within the Faculty of Social Sciences. These include onsite workshops hosted by different legal professionals and Universities and a trip to visit a local crown court.