BSc (Hons) - Professional Policing (top up)

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In a society marked by escalating security concerns and intricate criminal challenges, individuals face the pressing need for a dedicated force to maintain law and order and address emerging threats.

Immerse yourself in a robust, industry relevant curriculum, designed and licensed by the National College of Policing. Explore the principles of obtaining intelligence, leadership and the nuances of criminal behaviour, equipping you with the essential tools to confidently embark upon a rewarding career in the forces.

Elevate your university experience by applying to volunteer in the local Special Constabulary, providing you with real-world policing experience alongside your studies, and giving you the golden ticket to our immersive Major Incident Event, where you will work alongside Paramedics and Forensic Scientists to develop your inter-professional skills.

You will benefit from the unwavering support of our expert academics, who have experienced policing and law enforcement first hand during their career. Their practical insights and real-world knowledge will enhance your learning experience, providing you with a robust foundation for your future endeavours in the field.

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Course Overview

The BSC (Hons) Professional Policing Degree Top-Up is tailored for officers and staff who have entered the service through non-degree routes and are now seeking to enhance your qualifications for progression and development.

This programme is ideal for those who have:
Completed the non-accredited Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP)
Achieved a foundation degree in Policing
Stepped off the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) pathway

Whether you are aiming for promotion or simply want to future-proof their career, this course offers a practical and flexible route to a Level 6 degree qualification.

On this course you will...

Learn how to make effective, dynamic and ethical police decisions and apply problem solving solutions in a variety of operational situations
Learn the fundamental powers and procedures that police officers use every day
Significantly boost your eligibility for promotions and specialist roles
Fit your studies around shifts and family life with flexible, distance learning that works around you
Build on your professional experience with a curriculum grounded in real-world policing

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Key Details

Recruiting toUK / RoI / Settled in UK
Course LocationDistance Learning
Institute Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership
Mode of DeliveryDistance Learning
Course Duration Part-time: 2 Years
Course Start PointSeptember
AwardBSc (Hons)
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Minimum entry requirements

240 credits (120 at level 4, 120 at level 5)

Tuition Fees Policy

Overview

Entry is 240 credits (120 at L4 and 120 at L5). This may be achieved via a number of ways:

Successful completion of a relevant programme, such as FdSc Policing or Dip HE Policing
Successful completion of the Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP), where study has included the optional Skills for Justice (S4J) qualification.
Applicants who have completed the PCEP but have not taken Skills for Justice may still be accepted subject to evidencing requisite skills, knowledge and experiences.

Students seeking entry via completion of the PCEP will also be required to successfully complete a Level 5 Bridge (POLI5505, Academic Research Skills) prior to entry.

Qualifications

Entry Requirements

Alternative routes: 240 credits (120 at L4 and 120 at L5)

Fair Admissions

When you apply, our Admissions specialists will review your whole application. We are looking for your potential to succeed so will assess your qualifications, any relevant work experience, your personal statement, and references.

Where you have received a conditional offer subject to achieving particular grades/UCAS tariff scores, and do not quite meet these scores, please try not to worry, where vacancies exist our Admissions specialists will review your whole application again and take account of any mitigating circumstances and reassess your suitability for the course.

Selection Criteria

As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon practical experience you have gained.

Language requirements

Please follow the link to check language requirements for this programme here.

Contextual Admissions

Going to higher education can transform a person’s life. We use contextual admissions to make sure that we are accessible to everyone who has the potential to succeed. Qualifications and grades are important, but they are considered alongside other information that helps universities to identify potential and widen access to university level study. For some individuals, the disadvantages they have experienced in their life mean that they have not been able to demonstrate their full academic potential. Where a person lives and their personal circumstances can all affect their educational attainment.

We take this context into account and look for an applicant’s potential when making admission decisions. The University of Cumbria will make offers to applicants that live in postal code regions with the lowest participation in Higher Education (Polar 4 quintile 1 – you can check your postcode here) and care leavers, offers will be made at the bottom of any UCAS Tariff range. Attendance at our Masterclasses and Summer Schools will also allow applicants to receive an offer lower within the tariff range. (T&Cs apply)

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BSc (Hons) - Professional Policing (top up)