Access to Higher Education Criminology and Criminal Justice

Level 3

What is Level 3?

This is equivalent to Access to Higher Education, A-Levels grades A to E or an Advanced Apprenticeship.

This course is for those of you who might not have the usual qualifications for University but are excited to learn about why crime happens and how the criminal justice system functions.

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Level 3

This is equivalent to Access to Higher Education, A-Levels grades A to E or an Advanced Apprenticeship.

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Course description

This course is designed to help you get ready for university by teaching you important subjects and study skills. It also lets you explore interesting topics like why crime happens and how the criminal justice system works.

You will study subjects such as:

Theoretical Approaches to Crime
Law and Morality
Psychology: Aggression
Psychological Profiling
The Court and Legal System
Values, Diversity and Inclusion

What can this course lead to?

BA (Hons) Professional Policing: a degree course designed to prepare you for a career in the fast-paced world of policing
BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice: a degree course for those interested in a career in criminal justice or related organisations
BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology: a degree course for those considering in working in health related or supporting services linked to the criminal justice system.

Potential future careers include; Law, Police, Probation Services, Criminology Tutor, Solicitor, Court Clerk and Prison Officer.

Course session dates

When does this start and end?

16 September 2024 - 2 April 2025

What are the entry requirements?

You will need a GCSE in English Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or Functional Skills English Level 2. Previous experience in the subject, through work or education, is desirable. To secure a place on this course you will be required to attend an interview and demonstrate sufficient reading and writing skills.

Potential careers:

Police
Probation Services
Criminology Tutor
Solicitor
Court Clerk
Prison Officer

“I started with a couple of short courses to build my confidence and now I have finished my Pre-access in social studies.” - Samantha
Learn more about Samantha's story

It's a life changing place. I started the access course in 2013 without a qualification to my name and not much hope. Last year I started my PhD. I'm now a different person.