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Criminology
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Criminology Certificates
Explore the key issues in criminology as part of a certificate of higher education. You can gain a certificate in as little as one year and count the credit gained towards a future diploma or honours degree.
Certificates of Higher Education (2)
Certificate of Higher Education in Law (T49)
Certificate of Higher Education Open (T09)
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