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Criminology Certificate WJEC
Course Overview
Criminology Certificate WJEC
Criminology is becoming an increasingly popular subject for students interested in a career in the criminal justice system. The subject explores different types of crime, public perceptions of crime, and explanations including biological, psychological, and sociological theories. Students will also learn about investigating crimes, the trial process, and how laws are created. It is an Applied Diploma course equivalent to one A Level and can be studied alongside two other A Levels.
You will learn through a variety of methods including lectures, group activities, independent research and discussion.
Located at: Barnsley Sixth Form College
Course Start: September 2026
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: QSFCADCRY1
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
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The course information on this page was last updated 11 November 2025.
