Criminology – Level 3 Diploma (Part of the A Level Programme)

Level: 3 | Duration: 2 Years | Details: September

This subject but must be studied over two years as part of our A Level programme. You will choose 3 A level subjects to study over two years.

What is the course about?
In Year 1 you will have the opportunity to understand different types of crime, how crime reporting affects public perception, how campaigns are used to elicit change and plan campaigns for relating to crime. Following on, you will learn to examine constructions of criminality, the different sociological, psychological and biological theories of criminality and policies that attempt to address crime in society.

Year 2 will open with learning the processes of criminal investigations, the process of how suspects are prosecuted and review many different criminal cases, including miscarriages of justice. Finally, understand the criminal justice system in England and Wales, the role of punishment in the criminal justice system and measures used for social control in society. 

Why choose this course?
Criminology is one of the most popular undergraduate courses chosen by students at university. It is a Level 3 Diploma which will prepare you for university should you wish to undertake this subject at degree level. You will develop skills such as: independent research, the ability to write and structure a well-balanced argument, as well as, expertise in evaluation of theories and use of statistics. In addition, you will develop sound understanding of the following topics in Year 1: white-collar crime (corporate, professional and organised), moral crime, state crime and individual crime (hate crime, domestic abuse and honour crime). You will be required to plan a campaign to either raise awareness of your chosen crime or to elicit legal change (for example, harsher sentences). In Year 2, you will acquire skills to evaluate theories of crime (sociological, biological and psychological).

Entry requirements:
A minimum of 3 x Grade 5’s and 2 x Grade 4’s at GCSE including a Grade 5 in English Language, a Grade 5 in Maths and a Grade 5 in another written subject.

What will this course lead on to?
The majority of our students progress onto university with a combination of the following subjects: Criminology, Criminology and Law, Criminology and Sociology or Criminology and Psychology. This course will enhance your understanding and preparation for topics and skills required at degree level.

How will I be assessed?
Both years of study will constitute an internal controlled assessment (50%) and an external examination (50%)

The Cronton Experience:
During your time at Cronton Sixth Form College, you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of different enrichment activities in your free time. These will increase your enjoyment of your studies and equip you for further success.