**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**
**Course summary:**
- Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.
- Understand the legal and professional responsibilities of policing.
- Learn to engage in lawful, safe and effective front-line policing in specific professional areas.
- Study ethical approaches and how to maintain the highest professional standards.
- Develop knowledge of criminological theory and practice.
- Evaluate evidence-based initiatives in the context of preventative policing and problem solving.
On this course, you’ll prepare for the fast-moving world of policing. Following a curriculum written and licensed by the College of Policing, you’ll study the wide range of theoretical and legislative subjects you need for employment as a police officer.
**How you learn:**
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
This foundation year is an entry route if you do not yet meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) Professional Policing course, if you are not yet ready for degree level study, or if you are returning to study and would like to spend time getting up to speed with the demands of learning before embarking on a degree.
You learn through:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- team meetings
- peer learning
- guest lectures
You will receive feedback regularly from your tutors, peers and through guided self-reflection to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to undertake the various module assessments.
**Applied learning - Work experience**
Throughout the full course, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside policing professionals. You will also be encouraged to seek work-based opportunities through membership of the special constabulary, as well as other volunteer opportunities.
**Live projects**
We have a good relationship with local criminal justice stakeholders including the police, who support learning and knowledge generation in Sheffield and the South Yorkshire region as well as nationally and internationally through our professional networks. These professional links will enable us to provide opportunities for you to undertake a range of live research projects.
**Networking opportunities**
On the full course you will have the opportunity to network with professionals through seminars, internal/external speaker programmes and guest lectures. This includes opportunities to work with The Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice on local, national and international events and activities
**Competitions**
You will be offered the opportunity to engage with a range of award-based competitions such as The Hallam Award.
Course Details - Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
Year 1 - Compulsory modules
Introduction To The Psychological, Political, Legal, Criminal Justice And Sociological Sciences
The Practice Of Law And Policing
Year 2 - Compulsory modules
Academic And Professional Skills Development
Counter Terrorism And Digital Policing
Evidence Based Policing
Introduction To Core Policing Practice
Introduction To Criminology And Criminal Justice
Managing Risk
Year 3 - Compulsory modules
Applying Evidence Based Policing
Developing Core Policing Practice
Enhancing Academic And Professional Standards In Policing
Experiencing Criminology And Criminal Justice
Policing In The 21St Century
Risk And Society
Final year - Compulsory modules
Advancing Policing Practice
Evidence Based Policing Research Project
Policing And Crime Reduction
Professional Standards Development
Elective modules
21St Century Crime: Threats, Responses And Human Rights
Applied Investigative Interviewing Skills
Applied Investigative Skills
Contemporary Policing Landscapes
Digital Worlds Of Crime
Human Rights And Policing
Rehabilitation And Punishment
Serious And Organised Crime
Sex, Violence And Extremism
Simulating Justice Practice
Course Details – Assessment Method
Coursework, Exams, Practicals
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:
B050
Institution code:
S21
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
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
This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example:
CC at A Level
MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma.
A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.
Access - at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.
If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
90%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
14415.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
International
14415.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/23 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2021/22 is £9,250 in year 1, £8,750 in years 2, 3 and 4.
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2022/23 is £14,415 in year 1, £13,415 in years 2, 3 and 4
Provider information
City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB
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