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Overview

Are you fascinated by the mysteries of crime and justice? The WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate and Applied Diploma in Criminology is your chance to explore why people commit crimes, how laws are created, and how you can make a difference by designing campaigns for change. 

This engaging course is designed for teenagers who want to uncover the workings of the criminal justice system through practical and thought-provoking learning. Whether you're considering university or just want to dive into this exciting field, this course provides the perfect foundation. 

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Course Content

Applied Criminology offers flexible study options: 

Two-Year Option: Complete two units per year alongside other A-Level courses or with Applied Law and Applied Psychology  

One-Year Option: Complete all four units within a single year. 

Mandatory Units:                         

Unit 1 Changing Awareness of Crime                                              

Unit 2: Criminological Theories  - Exam                                             

Unit 3: Crime Scene to Courtroom                                                 

 Unit 4 Crime and Punishment - Exam  

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Requirements

To enrol in the Level 3 - Certificate and Diploma in Applied Criminology course, you’ll need: 

  • Grade 5 or above in GCSE English and Grade 4 or above in Maths and other GCSE subjects 

  • A keen interest in criminology and willingness to learn 

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Careers

Here are just a few examples of the different career opportunities you could pursue after completing the WJEC Level 3 Certificate and Diploma in Applied Criminology: 

  1. Criminal Justice System – Police officer, prison officer, probation officer 

  1. Law Enforcement – Border control officer, customs officer, security consultant 

  1. Crime Prevention – Crime prevention officer, community safety officer 

  1. Forensic Science – Forensic investigator, forensic technician, crime scene analyst 

  1. Victim Support – Victim support worker, crisis intervention worker 

  1. Youth Justice – Youth offending team worker, youth crime prevention officer 

  1. Social Work – Social worker in the criminal justice system, community support worker 

  1. Legal Professions – Paralegal, legal assistant, solicitor (with further study) 

  1. Research and Policy – Criminology researcher, policy analyst, criminal justice researcher 

  1. Academia – Criminology lecturer, criminal justice course coordinator 

  1. Community and Rehabilitation – Rehabilitation officer, offender manager, re-entry specialist 

  1. Cybercrime and Digital Security – Cybercrime investigator, digital forensics specialist 

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