BSc (Hons) Professional Policing Full-time
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
BSc (Hons) Professional Policing has been designed by expert staff with decades of experience in the police force. Developed in collaboration with the College of Policing, police forces, and serving officers, this degree offers comprehensive training grounded in real-world policing. Some of the topics you’ll study include: You’ll also have the chance to volunteer on our Local Appropriate Adult Scheme, providing the opportunity to work as an appropriate adult for individuals in police custody, while gaining an additional professional qualification.
Aligned with the National Policing Curriculum, the degree equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to apply for a police constable position when you graduate. While securing a position depends on successfully completing the recruitment process for your chosen force, the course will set you on the path towards achieving your goal. If you decide to join the police, you must apply to and be accepted into a force within five years of gradu
Key highlights
- Designed by staff with decades of police force experience
- Developed with the College of Policing, police forces and serving officers
- Aligned with the National Policing Curriculum for constable applications
- Volunteer as an appropriate adult for people in police custody
- Gain an additional professional qualification through volunteering
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — Our typical offer is 104-120 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Di…
- GCSE: C or above — You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above.
Scholarships
Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship
The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.
East Durham College Partnership Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500First Choice Travel Award
This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £500Global Leaders Scholarship
£6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).
Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.
Up to £1,200Interview Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Open Day Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.
Up to £1,000Sunderland College Award
Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.
Tees Valley Travel Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships
Up to £750.
Careers this course leads to
- Police constable
- Police detective constable
- Police community support officer
- Custody detention officer
- Appropriate adult
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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