Professional Policing

Highlights

This accredited professional policing degree (PPD), taught at Bangor University runs in partnership with Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, is licensed by the College of Policing. Graduates can apply to join the police on a two-year probation. Taught by experienced former police officers and criminologists with expertise in police investigations, roads policing, community engagement, victimisation, crimes of deception, the effects of crime on society and policy responses.

Focused on police procedure and practice. Scenario-based learning covers key areas of policing knowledge, from counter terrorism and cybercrime to crime prevention, protecting the vulnerable and community policing. Fieldtrips and guest speakers provide opportunities to build your professional network, thanks to our close ties with North Wales Police, and various criminal justice agencies.

Course overview

This Professional Policing degree draws on established experience, evidence and theory. It prepares you to prevent and respond to crime, building trust within local communities. Licensed by the College of Policing, it meets all the core requirements of the Policing Education Qualifications Framework (PEQF).

This means that, on graduation, you can apply to join the police anywhere in England or Wales. Completing the Degree does not give automatic entry and the usual application process has to be completed. This course utilise a combination of lectures, seminars and workshop delivered at Bangor University.

You will benefit from our combined expertise - in research into policing, the causes of crime and crime control, and practical policing skills. In addition to legislative, policy and procedural knowledge, you will gain insight into current police practice. This hands-on Policing degree will equip you with the right skills and knowledge to adapt to the professional complexity of modern-day policing, including the changing nature of crime and demands on police services.

You will be prepared for the emotional, physical and mental demands of a rewarding career in the police and related fields. Your in-depth knowledge of policing and criminal justice, coupled with excellent communication, leadership, persuasion, diplomacy and research skills, will prove highly attractive to future employers. Not just in other areas of the criminal justice system, but also any civil service or public sector roles.

This degree delivered at Bangor University and licensed by the College of Policing has been developed in partnership with Grŵp Llandrillo Menai (GLLM). You will be taught wholly at Bangor University. Read more Course options Part-Time Study Balancing your personal and professional life while pursuing higher education doesn't have to be a dream.

At Bangor University, many of our undergraduate degrees are available part time. How Does Part-Time Study Work? Part-time students attend the same classes as their full-time peers, but typically with a reduced weekly timetable.

This allows you to engage fully in the learning experience, collaborate with fellow students, and access all university resources. Unlike full-time study, which is usually completed in three years, part-time students can spread their degree programme over a longer duration, usually up to seven years. What Are The Benefits of Part-Time Study?

Continue Working: Maintain your career and income while gaining valuable qualifications. Maintain Personal Commitments: Balance your studies with family life and other responsibilities. Personal and Professional Growth: Gain new skills, knowledge, and confidence to advance your career or pursue new opportunities.

Is There Financial Support Available? Depending on various factors, including whether you've studied a higher education course before, your age, and your nationality or residency status, you may be eligible for government-funded student loans to cover tuition fees and living costs. Our Student Finance team can help you navigate the application…