Criminology
Choose Ryburn Sixth to study Criminology a subject that explores the rules that govern society, and what happens when they are broken.
WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate/Diploma in Criminology is designed to ignite your curiosity about crime, justice, and the law. You'll investigate different types of crime, examine why people commit offences, and explore both social and psychological theories of criminal behaviour. You’ll also gain insight into how the criminal justice system operates and how laws are applied in real-world situations.
This course develops your ability to think logically, analyse complex information, and solve problems all essential skills for higher education and employment.
Whether you're aiming for a future in law, psychology, policing, forensic science, or public services, Criminology at Ryburn Sixth provides a strong foundation for your next step.
What will I study?
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Applied Level 3 in Criminology
Exam board: WJEC
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On the Level 3 Criminology course, you’ll learn about all aspects of crime from a social perspective: the causes of crime, its social impact and take a look into the criminals that are committing these acts. Criminologist study crime in an attempt to better understand what motivates the criminal to act in that way.
You’ll cover the following topics;
Unit 1:
Changing awareness of crimeUnit 2:
Criminology theoriesUnit 3:
Crime scene to courtroomUnit 4:
Crime and punishmentUnit 2 and 4: Externally Assessed
Unit 1 and 3: Internally Assessed1 year = Certificate
2 years = Diploma.
The final grade will be in the format of A Level grading.
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Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
YOUR NEXT STEPS
Criminology is a fascinating interdisciplinary subject that is highly valued by employers and universities across the criminal justice sector and beyond. Studying the subject develops essential knowledge of crime, criminal behaviour and justice systems required for careers in law enforcement, legal services and social policy. You will also gain valuable transferable skills such as critical analysis, research methodology, report writing and ethical reasoning that are highly sought after in a wide range of degree programmes beyond criminology.
Past students have progressed to study diverse courses including criminology, criminal justice, law, sociology, psychology, forensic science, social work, politics, international relations, security studies, policing and youth work.
