Policing, Law and Investigation BSc (Hons) (Top-Up)
University of ChesterWheeler, Chester
Course overview
Join us for an Applicant Day to meet current students, learn more about the University and get a taste of student life so you can decide if Chester is right for you. This course serves as a top-up qualification to a BSc Policing, Law, and Investigation honours degree. You can apply if you have completed either Level 4 and 5 studies, a Foundation Degree, a Higher National Diploma (HND), or a similar qualification in or around public services.
This is a valuable qualification that provides many transferable skills to assist future employment.
Key highlights
- Tops up Level 5 public services study to a full honours degree
- Combines study of policing, law and criminal investigation
- Builds transferable skills to support future employment
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent
Careers this course leads to
- Police Constable
- Police Detective
- Criminal Investigator
- Crime Analyst
- Probation Officer
- Border Force Officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees
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 Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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