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Level 3 Criminology Pathway

Level 3 Criminology Pathway

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The Level 3 Combined Subject Pathway option CRIMINOLOGY is designed for learners wanting to continue their education through applied learning, who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in a range of sectors.

The criminology pathway option consists of three learning aims:

  • Applied Criminology
  • Applied Human Biology
  • Applied Psychology

The criminology pathway option is designed as a typical two-year study programme, the pathway carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to admission requirements to many courses. The criminology pathway option is equivalent to three (3) A-Levels.

  • Entry Requirements


    5 x GCSE's at Grade 4 or above including English, mathematics and Science. You are further required to provide a copy of your last school report showing excellent attendance to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.

    We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

    We will invite you to a Meet the Teacher event where you will receive information, advice and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

  • Course Content


    Applied Criminology provides learners with an introduction to criminal justice and to give a context for humanities learning. An understanding of criminology is relevant to many job roles within the criminal justice sector, social and probation work and sociology and psychology. Applied Criminology will include elements of psychology, law and sociology that complements studies in humanities. There are two mandatory units namely Changing Awareness of Crime (internally assessed) and Criminological Theories (externally assessed).

    Applied Human Biology forms the foundation of the health and health science sectors. The mandatory units will cover principles of applied human biology (externally assessed) and practical microorganisms and infectious diseases (internally assessed). The mandatory content allows you to concentrate on the development of your knowledge and understanding, as well as essential practical and research skills relevant in applied human biology and health science areas.

    Applied Psychology is the scientific study of minds and behaviour. As such, it is a part of our everyday lives. An understanding of human behaviour is fundamental to many jobs in society and the study of psychology at degree level and beyond remains a very popular choice. There are two mandatory units namely Psychological Approaches and Applications (externally assessed) and Health Psychology (externally assessed). The mandatory content allows you to concentrate on the development of your knowledge and understanding of psychology, as well as the application of skills that are important in psychology.

  • Progression Next Steps


    You may progress to the second year of your chosen pathway or consider further training or study in related fields such as an apprenticeship or employment.

    Potential job roles in criminology are wide ranging, including for example the National Probation Service, the Courts and Tribunals Service and the National Offender Management Service.

    The sectors in biology are wide ranging, including for example nursing, midwifery, allied health and science including life sciences, clinical biomedical sciences and physiological sciences.

    The sectors in psychology are wide ranging, including psychology, forensic psychology, sport psychology, neuro-psychology, educational psychology, psychiatry, mental health counselling, substance use counselling and marriage and family therapy to name a few.

    There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education. During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated careers and education adviser who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

  • Additional Information


    All courses run subject to demand and the content listed here should be used as a guide only. Course content may vary according to a range of factors such as course duration, campus, teaching staff and requirements from awarding bodies.

  • Course Structure


    The pathway is typically run over two years and the assessment is comprised of exams and course work.

    The pathway combines:

    • Applied Criminology
    • Applied Human Biology
    • Applied Psychology

  • Assessment Details


    You will collect credits throughout the two-year programme using a combination of coursework and exams. You will be assessed through a range of assessment types and styles including internally and externally assessed units (exams). You will have two opportunities to sit each exam series in January and in the summer term of each year.