“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere" - Martin Luther King Jr.

What We Study

The Level 3 Applied Certificate in Criminology is a two-year modular course. 

This qualification consists of mandatory units that cover various aspects of criminology including 

• Understanding different types of crime and their societal perception 
• Exploring the reasons behind criminal behavior and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system. 

Examining board: Eduqas

 Components 1 & 2 are assessed at the end of Year 12 and Components 3 & 4 are assessed at the end of Year 13 

Component 1: Internal Assessment (25%) Changing Awareness of Crime 
Component 2: 90 Minute Exam in Year 12 (25%) Criminological Theories 
Component 3: Internal Assessment (25%) Crime Scene to Courtroom 
Component 4: 90 Minute Exam in Year 13 (25%) Crime and Punishment 

Where it Might Lead

The purpose of the Eduqas Level 3 Applied Certificate in Criminology is to provide learners with an introduction to criminal justice and to give a context for humanities. 

When this course it taken together with other relevant qualifications, such as A Level Politics, Psychology and Sociology, it develops the understanding to support entry to higher education courses in the humanities sector including Law, Criminology, International Relations, Psychology and Sociology.  

It will also prepare you for apprenticeships and jobs in areas such as Law, the criminal justice system, and the voluntary sector.