Level 2 in Criminology

The Criminology course is designed for you if you’re interested in understanding crime, criminal behaviour and how the law responds to it. You’ll gain insight into what drives people to commit crime and explore how laws are created, enforced and applied within the criminal justice system.

This course combines criminology, psychology and law in a dynamic and engaging way, making it an ideal starting point if you’re considering a future career in criminal justice, psychology, law or related fields. You’ll explore real-world case studies and experience aspects of the criminal justice process first-hand, including visits to the courts.

The programme is entirely portfolio-based and assessed through a step-by-step approach. This allows you to build evidence of your knowledge and skills throughout the year, helping you develop confidence and understanding at a steady pace.

If you need to improve your qualifications, GCSE Maths and English resit options are built into the programme. Successful achievement of grade 4 in Maths and English, alongside completion of the main course, supports progression to Level 3 study and, potentially, university in the future.

Course Highlights:

• Unique criminology course with strong industry relevance
• Combination of criminology, psychology and law
• Court visits to experience real criminal justice processes
• Step-by-step assessment to support confidence and progress
• GCSE Maths and English resit opportunities included
• Clear progression routes to Level 3 and higher education

Course Units:

• Introduction to criminology

• Why people commit crime

• Psychology of criminal behaviour

• Crime control and punishment

• The law and how it is enforced

• The criminal justice system and its processes

This is a full-time programme combining classroom learning, research tasks, discussion-based activities and enrichment opportunities such as court visits. Teaching is designed to support gradual skill development and academic progression.

4 x GCSEs at grade 3(D) or above, including Maths and English.

On successful completion, you can progress to Level 3 courses in Criminology, Law, Psychology or related subjects. With further study, you may progress to university and careers within criminal justice, policing, probation, psychology, law, or wider public service roles.