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Diploma in Criminology

at Truro and Penwith College, Truro · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Criminology considers theories that explain why people commit crime in the first place and the types of offences carried out by individuals and groups. It also examines how our perceptions (the way we see crime) develop and change over time, and how we become aware of new forms of crime. The course also explores how the Criminal Justice System works by looking at each of its individual components in detail, including the police, courts, prison, and the probation service. Criminology has elements of sociology, psychology and law and can be studied alongside these A Level subjects. It offers a fascinating insight into the world of crime, the causes of crime, and how to effectively prevent it. This course and the qualification you will achieve is equivalent to one A Level and it has been designed to be part of a typical two-year study programme, alongside A Levels. The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to the admission requirements of many relevant courses.

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with a Grade 5 in English. Students should be confident readers, able to write fluently and have good factual recall.

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

  • PENWITH COLLEGE

    St Clare Street, Penzance, TR18 2SA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Penzance

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