
Criminal Justice FdA
Course Overview - Criminal Justice FdA
The FdA Criminal Justice course introduces you to the systems and policies behind criminal justice in our society. From exploring the causes of crime to analysing how laws are enforced, you’ll get to grips with today’s all-important issues.
Youll develop critical knowledge and practical skills that are highly valued by employers in a variety of criminal justice roles. You’ll study real-world topics like policing, rehabilitation, youth justice, and criminology, preparing you for a rewarding career.
Our experienced teaching staff bring a wealth of knowledge from acro...
The FdA Criminal Justice course introduces you to the systems and policies behind criminal justice in our society. From exploring the causes of crime to analysing how laws are enforced, you’ll get to grips with today’s all-important issues.<br/><br/>Youll develop critical knowledge and practical skills that are highly valued by employers in a variety of criminal justice roles. You’ll study real-world topics like policing, rehabilitation, youth justice, and criminology, preparing you for a rewarding career.<br/><br/>Our experienced teaching staff bring a wealth of knowledge from across the criminal justice sector, ensuring that your learning is informed by the latest research and practice.<br/><br/>Youll also benefit from a supportive learning environment and opportunities to build valuable connections with industry professionals. This course will empower you to make a difference in the sector.<br/><br/><strong>Why study Criminal Justice at NTU in Mansfield?</strong><br/><br/><br/>- <strong>The course includes a placement</strong> alongside your studies in areas such as policing, youth justice agencies, charities and local youth groups in the Mansfield area.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>On completing this foundation degree you’ll be well-placed to go straight into the world of work</strong> and take up a variety of careers within the Criminal Justice sector.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>On completing the course, youll be eligible to top-up to degree-level</strong> study in BA (Hons) Criminal Justice (Top-up), BA (Hons) Professional Policing or BA (Hons) Youth Justice (year two).<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>The course is delivered over 2-3 days a week, </strong> allowing you to fit in study around other commitments. <br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Mansfield
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Course Code
L311
Institution Code
N91
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade C/4 GCSE Maths grade C/4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
64 UCAS Tariff points from one BTEC Diploma and one A-level or equivalent qualification.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
64 UCAS Tariff points from one BTEC Extended Certificate and up to two A-Levels or equivalent qualifications.
A level
64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications
T Level
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
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