Criminology (Level 3 BTEC Diploma)

Students learn about the psychological and sociological theories of crime, how crime is perceived in society, and the impact of the media and crime statistics. They also investigate the techniques used in criminal investigations, such as forensics, policing, and the judiciary process.

This qualification is designed to support learners progressing to university. It can help students access higher education degree courses such as BSc Criminology, BA Criminology, and LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology.

Students should be interested in people, society, and crime, be able to work under pressure, and be innovative and motivated.

Students can expect regular homework and assignments, and to make presentations to the class and work in groups

The aim of our entry criteria policy is to ensure students are taking courses they are well suited to and are able to make progress in. We seek to provide courses well matched to the needs of our students, helping them to follow their chosen progression pathway.

Our main College entry requirements are as follows;

Entry Requirements

A minimum of five 9-4 grades at GCSE, including English and Maths (at least to Level 4) from five different subject areas.

Purely vocational pathway require a minimum of four 9-4 grades at GCSE, including English and Maths (at least to Level 4) from four different subject areas.

There will be three pathways which students can follow based on an average grade produced from their seven best GCSE results. The calculation being used for this van be seen overleaf.

Pathway

Average Grade

Programme of study

1

Average grade of 7 or higher

3 or 4 A Levels

2

Average grade of 5 to 6.9

3 A Levels or a mixed A Level and Vocational pathway

3

Average grade of less than 5

Mixed (A Level and Vocational) or Vocational pathway

The method for calculating your average grade and additional subject requirements are within our full entry criteria document which can be found on the Sixth Form section of our website:

http://home.shelleycollege.org/sixth-form/how-to-apply

As well as our general entry requirements, there are certain subjects which hold individual expectations based on GCSE outcomes.