Professional Policing BSc (Hons)

The police constable is the heartbeat of effective policing and this degree will give you all the knowledge required to start a career in this role.

This College of Policing accredited course offers a policing standard, knowledge-based examination of policing challenges and criminal justice processes and will help you to be able to make an informed choice about your future career destination within policing.

Why study Professional Policing at BNU?

Career-focused Curriculum

This course gives you the theoretical and practical skills you’ll need for a future in law enforcement by covering essential topics including criminology, criminal justice, and evidence-based policing. Additionally, we place a high priority on helping you hone your leadership, ethical awareness, and decision-making skills. This course not only prepares you for operational roles in policing but also equips you with transferable skills for careers in the wider criminal justice system.

Experienced Lecturers

You’ll learn from industry experts, including former police officers, who will share valuable insights and real-world knowledge, enhancing your understanding of modern policing. You’ll also have the opportunity to hear from guest lecturers, who in the past have ranged from senior ranking officers to veteran detectives and many more active members of the criminal justice system.

Specialist Facilities

During your studies at BNU you’ll have access to state-of-the-art resources, including simulated crime scenes and digital labs and our Police Code of Practice Suite. This regularly updated facility includes a mock bedsit, custody desk and suspect interview room, as well as adjoining seminar rooms with a live audio and video feed. 

Strong Links with Local Policing Authorities

BNU has long established connections with local police services, offering you networking opportunities, guest lectures from active professionals, and potential recruitment pathways.

Accredited by the College of Policing

This course is officially licensed by the College of Policing, meaning it adheres to the national standards set for police education in the UK. Being accredited ensures that the degree meets the academic requirements for those who wish to become police officers in England and Wales. This provides you with a pathway into a policing career, knowing that your qualification is recognized by police services across the country. Additionally, this accreditation aligns the curriculum with the National Policing Curriculum, focusing on key areas such as ethics, law, leadership, and professional standards, which are essential for modern policing.

BSc (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
3 years Duration
PFP1 UCAS Code

Entry Requirements For This Course

For entry requirements please visit the course page on our website. 

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