SUBJECT OVERVIEW

Criminology studies potential explanations of criminality. Within the course, we explore how individuals, the criminal justice system of England and Wales, society and public agencies respond to crime. Whilst studying criminology you will compare critical approaches of the criminal justice system and evaluate the effectiveness of crime control in England and Wales, through the use of theory and application of offences and punishments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Grade 4 in GCSE English Language

NEXT STEPS

The Criminology A Level course provides a really good introduction to a range of degree courses and careers, and is ideal for students wishing to study criminology, law, politics, social policy or sociology at university. It is also very . is relevant for students interested in any role within the criminal justice system, such as in the police force, prison officer, probation officer or crime scene investigator.