Social Science
Reigate College - Surrey
01737221118
Castlefield Road, Reigate, RH2 0SD
Course summary

Criminology is the study of crime. Criminologists explore various explanations for crime and social reactions to crime. It is an interdisciplinary social science subject, drawing from a range of sociological, psychological and biological discussions as well as law.

Entry requirements

- Grade 4 in English Language, and Grade 4 in at least one Science subject (4, 4 in combined Science) or Maths - All students need to have at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (and a satisfactory school reference) in order to be accepted on an A Level/BTEC Level 3 Programme

How you'll be assessed

Criminology is a Level 3 qualification and takes elements from BTEC and A Level. The course is assessed through a combination of two written examinations, set and marked by WJEC Eduqas, and two assessed internal assignments. - External assessments involve short and extended answer questions, based on stimulus material and applied contexts. Each question will have an applied problem-solving scenario. - Internal assignments are assessed through summative, controlled assessment.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCastlefield Road, Reigate, RH2 0SD