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Dip Criminology L3

at MidKent College, Gillingham · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

While not an A Level, this Applied Diploma does carry UCAS points. It should be studied alongside two regular A Levels, and together will be accepted for entry to undergraduate study at many universities. An understanding of criminology is relevant to many job roles within the criminal justice sector, social and probation work and sociology and psychology. WJEC Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology is a qualification with elements of psychology, law and sociology that complements studies in humanities. This is an Applied General qualification. This means it is designed primarily to support learners progressing to university. It has been designed to offer exciting and interesting experiences through applied learning, i.e. through the acquisition of knowledge and understanding in purposeful contexts linked to the criminal justice system. The qualification would support learners’ progression from any study at Level 2, particularly GCSEs in Sociology, Law, Psychology, Citizenship, History and Humanities. Units Covered: Changing Awareness of Crime Criminological Theories Crime Scene to Courtroom Crime and PunishmentWe strongly encourage students to purchase appropriate textbooks for each subject. More detail will be given to you during enrolment. If you have started A Levels elsewhere, you may be able to transfer to MidKent College. We will interview applicants to discuss what they had studied to date and with what examining board. We can then decide on an individual basis if a t

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and maths.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Maidstone Campus

    Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, ME16 8AQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Maidstone

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