Criminology Diploma (A Level equivalent)
This A Level equivalent Diploma in Criminology course provides an excellent introduction to the subject. The course is a full-time, two-year programme for students aged 16+. This qualification should be taken alongside two other A Level subjects and depending on your future career plans, it sits well alongside A Level Law, Politics, Psychology and Sociology. The subject explores why people commit crime, drawing on explanations from psychology and sociology, along with how society tackles crime through the law, policing and punishment.
In unit one, explore crime types, including e-crime, influences on perceptions, and reasons for underreporting. Unit two delves into crime and deviance, focusing on biological and sociological explanations. Unit three develops skills to review verdict justice in criminal cases, considering evidence like DNA, forensics, profiling, and eyewitness testimonies. Unit four investigates social control organisations and their effectiveness in preventing crime.
You will need five GCSEs grade 5 (C) or above including maths and English language, or a BTEC in a relevant subject with distinction grades and GCSE maths and English grade 5 or above. You will also be required to have an interview prior to enrolment. Please note, you will need to pass year one successfully with merit and distinction grades in order to progress to the second year. This course is particularly useful for students who already have GCSEs in history, sociology, law, psychology, citizenship or other humanities subjects but these are not mandatory.
Students who achieve this qualification may use it as part of the requirement to progress to university. The course is particularly suitable for degrees, including: youth work, criminology, law, humanities, human rights, social policy, probation, social work, psychology or sociology. This course is also suitable if you wish to progress to HNC/HNDs or Foundation degrees in Criminal Justice and other Humanities subjects.
At South & City College Birmingham, we offer a wide range of courses for most age groups.
School Leavers: For learners who are between the ages of 16 to 18, studies will be free.
Adults: For learners who are aged 19 or over, the cost of study will depend on the course or programme that you choose. Some courses may even be free*. If the course is not free, students aged 19 at the start of their programme who wish to study need to either pay their course fees, or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.
*Eligibility criteria applies. There may be an exception for students aged 19 or over that are taking their first full Level 3 qualifications (equivalent to A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas), who could be supported by the Learner Support Fund, or free adult course funded by the WMCA. To find out what financial support is available to you or whether your course is free, call our friendly admissions team on 0121 694 5000 during office hours, or email us via: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk, we look forward to hearing from you.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Higher Education: If you are planning to undertake one of our Higher Education courses you can apply for a loan with Student Finance England, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan with the college to support towards your course fees. Adults may be eligible for FREE tuition through the WMCA's free courses for jobs offer.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Enquire via our website today to chat to one of our Admissions team and make your right choice with South and City College Birmingham. Whatever your passion, we are here to help you land on your dream career path. Email: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk to find out what financial support is available. With various funds, loans and bursaries on offer, we may be able to help with travel expenses & childcare costs.
You will also be expected to complete a work placement as part of your programme of study. Study skills and employability skills will be developed with the help of your personal tutor.
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