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Level 3

The diploma allows learners to undertake study related to forensics and criminology topics.  Learners will have the opportunity to develop skills which will enable progression to a range of degree level programme. The mandatory units include a mixture of science-based units, which will support forensic topics, and basic criminology units. These include: Crime Statistics, Forensic Investigation Procedures, Forensic Science and Introduction to Criminology.

 

Many learners join degrees related to forensics and criminology after following A level study, so the diploma will place the Access to HE learners on a level with those who have followed A level studies.

 

You will also cover maths, statistics, and study skills as well as an individual Research Project.   The course will give you the opportunity to develop a range of skills that will be essential for progression to university.  

Qualification type Level 3 Diploma
Duration 2 years
Study times You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:15 to 4:00. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction.
Entry requirements

Maths and English grade 5. Combined Science 66 or Triple Science 5 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Campus West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds
Work placements 40 hours

Qualification type

Level 3 National Diploma

Duration

2 years

Study times

You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:00 to 4:15. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 6 or above including English Language Grade 6 and maths min grade 4/5

Campus

West Suffolk Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds

Work placements

Compulsory 50 hours per year in related work experience for Health and Social Care units


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