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Professional Policing BA (Hons)

University of Derby online learning

Bachelor's degree

Online

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

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.

The highlights
This degree is designed and delivered in close partnership with local constabularies to give you a head start in your career
We equip you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge you need to become an effective police officer
Visits to police stations, prisons and victim support centres will give you a close look at how the criminal justice system works
Our academic staff have wide-ranging experience in policing and are pioneering influential research

About this course

Because it is designed in close partnership with constabularies, this course is aimed mainly at ambitious individuals who want to pursue a career in policing. It paves the way for you to join a hugely rewarding profession which brings new challenges every day, demanding high levels of responsibility, dedication and integrity.

Although the BA (Hons) Professional Policing qualification will not guarantee you a position within the police service, it will set you apart as an attractive candidate to secure a role.

The skills you develop on the course could also prove invaluable for a career within the broader criminal justice system. You could, for instance, consider roles in areas such as civilian investigation, crime reduction partnerships, probation, security and loss prevention.

GCSE Maths and English Grade C/Grade 4 (or above) or equivalent qualification
6.0 (with 5.5 in each skills area)

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Subjects

  • Police
  • Staff
  • Academic
  • Criminal
  • Justice
  • Criminology
  • Prevention
  • Solving
  • Accountability
  • Discretion

Course programme

What you will study

You will study modules such as:

Stage one
  • Understanding the Police Constable Role (20 credits)
  • Policing Communities (20 credits)
  • Research Methods and Academic Skills for Policing (20 credits)
  • Criminal Justice (20 credits)
  • Criminology and Crime Prevention (20 credits)
Stage two
  • Criminal Investigation (20 credits)
  • Information and Intelligence (20 credits)
  • Policing the Roads (20 credits)
  • Police Response and Major Incidents (20 credits)
  • Police Accountability, Decision-making and Discretion (20 credits)
  • Police Problem-solving Models and Theories (20 credits)
Stage three
  • Research Project - Dissertation (40 credits)
  • Serious and Organised Crime (20 credits)
  • Policing Mental Health, Vulnerability and Risk (20 credits)
  • Policing Abuse and Public Protections (20 credits)
You will then choose one of the following optional modules:
  • Advanced Investigative Interviewing (20 credits)
  • Murder: Dynamics, Pathologies and Investigation (20 credits)
  • Working with Young Offenders (20 credits)
  • Crime, Media and Culture (20 credits)

Additional information

UK/EU fee
£9,250 per year* (2020/21)

International fee
£14,045 per year (2020/21)

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Professional Policing BA (Hons)

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