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Applied Diploma Criminology

Ramsey Gatehouse Sixth Form

Abbey College, Abbey Road, Ramsey, Cambridgeshire, PE26 1DG

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Social Sciences

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Ramsey Gatehouse Sixth Form
D

Course Summary

Criminology will give you an understanding of the criminal justice system and why people become criminals and attitudes towards crime. You will learn a variety of skills including analytical thinking, improved communication, problem solving and many more that will prepare you for an exciting future.

The activities you will be engaged in will be

Independent research

Analysing case studies

Projects

Applying theory to current issues.

Group work

Course Details

Year 12
Changing Awareness of Crime
Criminological Theories

Year 13
Crime Scene to Courtroom
Crime and Punishment

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Internal coursework:

Changing Awareness of Crime

Crime Scene to Courtroom

External Exam:

Criminological Theories

Crime and Punishment

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs grade 4 or above.


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