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This top-up degree allows the learner to enhance previous study to achieve a BSc (Hons) degree. It enables the student to think more independently and critically about issues of interest within the policing arena and wider society. Opportunities are provided to build a pathway through the programme, motivated by specific interests or employment aspirations.
It enables the development of research skills, and skills and knowledge which will be attractive to future employers.

• This course aims to:
• Offer a programme relevant to a range of careers policing
• Develop the intellectual skills necessary for the understanding, critical evaluation and application of a range of theoretical approaches to the study of crime and policing
• Develop students’ competence in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Provide a framework in which students identify and distinguish between some comparative models of policing and for understanding the differing forms of policing systems.
• Explore practical applications of operational policing over a wide range of policing problems.
• Offer the opportunity to develop the above in relation to specialist areas of interest culminating in the production of an in-depth piece of independent research focussed on policing at level 6.
• Provide an insight into the role of an investigating officer from the outset of an enquiry and to test problem solving, decision making and communication skills through a developing scenario.

The course aims to:

Provide students with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of policing and its multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature.

Provide students with a sound grounding in policing and related studies in law and criminology.

Provide an opportunity for students to create and understand links between the disciplines making up the field of criminology, criminal justice, policing and criminal investigation.

Encourage professional development, initiative, independent learning and commitment to advanced scholarship

Develop students’ critical understanding of policing and related studies, evaluating theory and evidence accordingly.

Develop students’ ability to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Produce graduates with the qualities needed for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making in complex and unpredictable circumstances.

Produce graduates with professional knowledge, analytical, research and transferable skills relevant to policing and related sectors; enabling progression to postgraduate employment, training and education.

Add to the body of knowledge in areas of specialist interest related to policing.

This course provides the opportunity to acquire recognised graduate and transferable skills within the field of policing by studying a range of topics, including crime scene investigation; criminal law; practical aspects of policing such as fraud, e-crime and homicide investigation; and ethical and political issues associated with policing. The course is delivered by experienced academics and former senior police officers who bring a wealth of theoretical and practical knowledge to enhance learning.

This course undertakes a critical exploration of contemporary policing issues, providing a strong grounding, that allows students to develop their knowledge and skills of policing emphasising an evidenced based and reflective professional practice. It moves beyond taken for granted definitions and ideas, and critically evaluates claims to knowledge within policing. There is a particular emphasis on developing research and analysis techniques to support policing projects.

This course undertakes a critical exploration of contemporary policing issues, providing a strong grounding, that allows students to develop their knowledge and skills of policing emphasising an evidenced based and reflective professional practice. It moves beyond taken for granted definitions and ideas, and critically evaluates claims to knowledge within policing. There is a particular emphasis on the application of investigation techniques to gather and preserve evidence at crime scenes in a way that is suitable for presentation in a court of law.

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Professional Policing degree will provide current practitioners opportunities to enhance your capabilities in rising to the challenges of modern policing. Licensed by the College of Policing, our Degree in Professional Policing is ideal for those who wish to enhance their careers within policing, enabling you to focus on key policing competencies as outlined in the National Policing Curriculum and approved within the Police Education Qualifications Framework.

We strongly recommend that serving police officers consider using the Recognition of Prior Experience and Learning gained through their work as an operational police officer.

What you’ll study:

Level 4

You’ll build a solid and comprehensive foundation in the knowledge and skills that are at the heart of good policing. We’ll help you understand the role of policing in society and introduce you to the criminal justice system. Knowing what motivates people to commit a crime is also covered, along with modules in evidence-based and response policing, and how the law helps protect society’s most vulnerable.

Level 5

Looking at the area of community policing in greater depth, you’ll explore challenges like historical mistrust in the police service and learn strategies to build effective engagement with the community. We’ll provide an overview of policing research, how to protect vulnerable members of the public, and immerse you in the complexities of criminal investigation. Plus, you’ll investigate the nature of police power, the impact of community policing and why policing our roads matters.

Level 6

Building on the skills and knowledge you’ve gained, your final year is about exploration, with a forensic examination of the fast-moving areas of cybercrime and counter terrorism, including the culture of professionalism in policing. You’ll look at ethics, integrity and accountability, as well as information and intelligence. You’ll conduct a piece of academic research. And with a range of optional modules – along with work placement opportunities – you can discover your own specialisation.

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science undergraduate course is the established route for those interested in taking their enthusiasm for computing to degree level and beyond. The course covers a broad range of computing specialisms and will open the door to a vast range of careers within this industry.

From day one, students will be immersed in an exciting, innovative environment where you will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills which will be directly relatable to your future career.

You will study computer programming, relational databases, web development, computer networks and control systems, systems analysis, operating systems and distributed real-time systems to give you a broad knowledge of the computer science discipline.