Criminology Diploma

Applications Open - 13th October 2025

Applications Close - Not applicable

Entry Requirements - 5 x 4-9 grades, including English and maths. Individual course criteria apply

How to Apply -

External Students Please apply via KentChoices. Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information. https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login.

Internal students - apply via Applicaa - you will receive an email from Applicaa on 27th November, or use the link here - https://abbey.applicaa.com/

Contact ncrouch@abbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk with any questions

Have you ever wondered what makes someone a criminal? Were they born a criminal? Is it your nature or nurture? Does society make people into criminals? If you have ever wondered what the answer to these questions are then the Criminology diploma is probably for you!

Criminology is part of the Social Sciences Department at The Abbey School, it is the scientific study of crime and criminals, and this includes theories behind the causes of crime, political views on the management of crime, as well as discussing how effective the Criminal Justice System is in the UK. With studies suggesting that over 75% of people are re-offending after leaving prison, we discuss what might be the reasons behind this. How effectively is society controlled? Are criminals being punished properly?

Being able to link a crime scene to a suspect will require your detective skills as well as the ability to work out how to process a crime scene. You will need to learn how to defend your suspect and how to question a witness, after all of that the judge will make their decision, guilty or not guilty? Do you think you have the skills to be a successful Criminologist?

Criminology is the study of crime and punishment, the theories behind what makes somebody a criminal and the punishments that work alongside it. Not all crimes are the same and we look at what kind of crimes take place within our society and crimes we know little about. We also look at the criminal justice system and how effective it is at controlling and preventing crime.

The topics we look at are Changing Awareness of Crime, Criminological Theories, Crime Scene to Courtroom and Crime and Punishment.

Criminology is a Level 3 Diploma, students have four main areas of study- 50% is examined with 2 examinations of Criminological Theories and Crime and Punishment. The remaining 50% is controlled assessment on Changing Awareness of Crime and Crime Scene to Courtroom. Both parts are spread over the two year course.

5 9-4 GCSEs or equivalent.

Recognised and well respected by universities and employers, Criminology can offer students a number of skills in critical thinking and judgement as well as research skills and understanding how to form an argument effectively.

Criminology can lead to a diverse range of jobs, this can include Policing, Social Work, CSI units, Forensics and the Legal Profession.