BSc Professional Policing

The BSc (Hons) Professional Policing at Staffordshire University is designed to prepare students for a career as a police officer or roles within the broader policing and criminal justice sectors. Licensed by the College of Policing. The programme aligns with the National Police Curriculum, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed for 21st-century policing. It is delivered at the Stoke-on-Trent campus, with some foundation year elements taught at the City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College.

Students benefit from hands-on training in facilities like the Crime Scene House, Interview Suites, and Mock Courtrooms, simulating real-world policing scenarios. The course includes formative assessments (e.g., practice exercises) and summative assessments (e.g., essays, reports, presentations, and a final-year research project) to develop critical skills. Staffordshire University’s partnerships with police forces and organisations enhance employability through guest lectures, networking, and potential placement opportunities. The programme is designed with input from policing professionals to ensure relevance.

Staffordshire University, based in Stoke-on-Trent, England, is a public university renowned for its practical, industry-focused education and commitment to employability. Established as a university in 1992, it has evolved into a modern institution with additional campuses in Stafford, Lichfield, and a digital hub in London. The university excels in fields like engineering, computing, policing, and creative industries, with programmes like the BSc Professional Policing designed to meet industry demands.

Staffordshire University is organised into four main academic schools: Computing and Digital Technologies; Health, Science and Wellbeing; Justice, Security and Sustainability; and Creative Arts and Engineering. Across these schools, the university offers many undergraduate and postgraduate courses, many of which hold professional accreditation from respected bodies such as the IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology), IMechE (Institution of Mechanical Engineers), and the College of Policing.

The main campus in Stoke-on-Trent is equipped with advanced facilities that support hands-on learning. These include specialist laboratories and a purpose-built Crime Scene House used for policing courses. Programmes like BSc Professional Policing are officially licensed by the College of Policing, ensuring they meet industry and professional standards, preparing graduates for real-world careers in their chosen fields.

For your application, include a personal statement describing your interest in the course and qualifications, a supporting reference from an academic or professional contact, and a CV summarising your relevant experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants require 112 - 120 UCAS points or an A-level or DMM for a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma.
• Equivalent international qualifications will also be considered.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component.
• Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted.

International students enrolling in the BSc Professional Policing in Staffordshire University for the 2025/2026 academic year will incur an annual tuition fee of £16,750.

Staffordshire University offers a variety of scholarships for international students applying to this programme. These scholarships aim to ease financial challenges, recognise academic excellence, and support students from diverse backgrounds. Available options include the SMART Scholarship, International Merit Scholarship, Alumni Discount, and Early Payment Discount. International students are encouraged to visit the university’s scholarship portal to explore and apply for the opportunities that best suit their needs and eligibility.

This programme prepares graduates for a wide array of professional roles, such as:

• Crime Scene Investigator
• Intelligence Analyst
• Border Force Officer
• Counter-Terrorism Officer
• Fraud Investigator

Applicants may submit their application through UCAS or the university’s international application portal. For any support during the process, please get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.