A career in policing demands skill, responsibility, leadership, initiative and a genuine desire to make a difference to society. BA (Hons) Professional Policing equips you to meet that challenge. You’ll prepare for the fast-moving world of policing by following a curriculum written and licensed by the College of Policing
Studying on our BA (Hons) Professional Policing, you will study a wide range of theoretical and legislative subjects and gain the knowledge you need for a rewarding career in the police service.
Please note that completion of this degree does not guarantee employment as a police officer or police staff.
Course Details - Modules
Typical modules -
Year 1 Understanding The Police Constable Role, Policing Communities, Research Methods and Academic Skills for Policing, Police Procedure and Evidence, Criminal Justice, Criminology and Crime Prevention
Year 2 Criminal Investigation, Information and Intelligence, Policing the Roads, Police Response and Major Incidents, Police Accountability, Decision-making and Discretion, Police Problem-solving Models and Theories
Year 3 Serious and Organised Crime, Policing Mental Health, Vulnerability and Risk, Policing Abuse and Public Protection, Research Project (Dissertation), *Plus one optional specialism module from
*Domestic Abuse
*Psychopathy
*Murder: Dynamics, Pathologies and Investigation
* Populism, Extremism & Violence.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Written Essays
Group presentations
Group and individual case study work sessions
Observational Role-plays
Written knowledge checks
Written exams
Group work assignments and presentations
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
P100
Institution code:
L42
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A minimum of 120 UCAS Tariff points from the following:
BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject
GCE A and AS Levels (up to 16 from AS-levels)
Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher
T Levels.
Applicants who do not have these qualifications will be considered on an individual cases by case basis following an initial assessment.
Plus
GCSE Maths – Grade C/4 or above
GCSE English – Grade C/4 or above
However, if you do not have these qualifications you will need to commit to undertaking Maths and English at L2 whilst enrolled on your course, as this is a basic entry requirement for roles within the Police.
EU and International applicants
NARIC confirmed equivalent of 120 UCAS points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications are acceptable for applicants not requiring a Tier 4 student visa.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
60%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
England
7999.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
7999.0
Year 1
Scotland
7999.0
Year 1
Wales
7999.0
Year 1
International
9500.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student's continuous enrolment.
Additional compulsory course costs will be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The Career Degree Bursary allows students to access the remainder of the Career Degree Bursary (up to a maximum value of £500 / £250) for additional optional courses, workshops, professional memberships and resources. There is no cash alternative. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves. Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme
Provider information
Monks Road
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Lincoln
LN2 5HQ
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