Course Overview

This two-year Diploma in Criminology will give you in-depth knowledge and understanding of concepts linked to the criminal justice system. It is designed to be studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels or BTEC Level 3. It is perfect if you want to pursue a career in social and probation work, sociology, law and psychology.

You will be assessed through assignments, essays, reports, assessed practical work and two external exams.

All students must complete a minimum of 20 hours of work experience in both year one and year two. This will help develop the personal qualities and skills required by universities and employers.

In unit three you will develop the understanding and skills needed to examine information in order to review the justice of verdicts in criminal cases. You will consider the evidence to help identify criminals using DNA, forensic information, offender profiling and eyewitness testimonies. You will also investigate the criminal trial processes and the strict rules governing these.

In unit four you will investigate organisations of social control and their effectiveness in preventing and protecting us from criminality.

General Eligibility

You will need five GCSEs grade 5 (C) or above including maths and English language, or a BTEC in a relevant subject with distinction grades and GCSE maths and English grade 5 or above. You will also be required to have an interview prior to enrolment.

Please note, you will need to pass year one successfully with merit and distinction grades in order to progress to the second year.

This course is particularly useful for students who already have GCSEs in history, sociology, law, psychology, citizenship or other humanities subjects but these are not mandatory.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 5.5; Reading and writing must be at 5.5