
BSc (Hons)
Professional Policing*
Licensed
by the College of Policing
develop
skills and knowledge to work in the police service
speakers
from agencies delivering or engaged in policing and criminal justice
UCAS code: 243H
Year of entry: 2019 2020
UCAS Tariff: 112
Duration: 3YRS (FT) 4-6YRS (PT)
Institution code: G53
Location: Wrexham
Why choose this course?
Following the requirement by The College of Policing, all new police officers will be required to hold an approved degree in policing by 2020.
Policing in England and Wales is a complex activity characterised by the need to carefully consider how law, values, social policy and organisational priorities should be interpreted and applied. As police forces in England and Wales aim to adapt to meet the demands of the 21st century, discover an in-depth degree developed in partnership with North Wales Police.
This course will:
- combine scenario-based learning based upon simulated policing encounters, together with lectures and seminars taught by experienced academic staff and retired experienced police officers
- offers opportunities for students to develop their academic knowledge and skills in policing
Students will:
- develop knowledge of the broader criminal justice system
- demonstrate advanced skills in dealing effectively and sensitively with members of the public
- On completion of the course, have the necessary legal and policing knowledge and key transferable skills to meet the operational requirements of the police service.
*Subject to Validation. The University reviews its courses on a regular basis to ensure that they reflect the needs of students and employers. To do this we have a schedule for approving new programmes, and updating existing ones. Some are awaiting their turn in the approval cycle and are shown as 'subject to validation'. As soon as the award is validated, details will be amended automatically. For those courses listed as subject to validation, please contact the Admissions Office on 01978 293439 for further information. Once a programme that you have applied for is validated, details will be communicated to you. If you are not happy with the changes made and wish to withdraw your choice, the University will assist you with finding an alternative programme.
