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UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1992
Total Students: 17,300 +
Main Campus Address
Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
Whilst this course does not guarantee you employment, it will prepare you for a career as a police officer, providing you with a strong theoretical, methodological, and ethical understanding of policing. We are working with West Yorkshire Police (WYP), our local force, in developing opportunities around the Special Constabulary and other volunteering roles in WYP, as well as working with departments across the university to provide opportunities for more practical-based exercises, for example involving students and staff from Paramedic studies, Nursing, Law, and Social Work. Understanding the importance of working in partnership with other professionals will assist in your application to become a police officer.
On successful completion of this course and successful application to a police force, you’ll be able to concentrate on your professional police training during your two years as a probationer without the need for further study. So, if you are interested in a career in policing then this course could be for you.
What does the study of the course involve?
Under the current PEQF routes there is a requirement in England and Wales for all new police officers to hold a degree level qualification prior to qualifying as a police officer. Our close links with local police services provides the opportunity for you to gain an insight into the role and first-hand experience.
The course has been designed for those who have an interest in learning about the law and working with people. There have been many situations, where harm has come to vulnerable people such as children, those with learning difficulties, physical or mental health issues, older adults and people involved in domestic violence. Maintaining the law is one aspect of policing and protecting the public, particularly the vulnerable is another. Some of the issues raised by these situations concern how individuals from different professions or disciplines work together, communicate with each other, and understand each other’s roles and responsibilities. This course will help you to understand the law, how to work with others and to protect the public.
3-Year Bachelor's Degree
21 Days
Full-Time
36 Months
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*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Careers
This qualification is recognised by the police service as preparing you for a career as a police officer in England and Wales. You will not be required to undertake further academic study to become a qualified police officer, you’ll only be required to meet occupational competence, enabling you to concentrate on your professional training during your two years as a probationer.
The Professional Policing Degree qualification will reduce the probation period from three years to two years, so you’ll be eligible for any pay rises after this period. Some forces will also give you a higher starting salary if you already have a degree.
This course does not guarantee you employment in any police force. On graduating you’ll need to apply to the police force of your choice, meet their eligibility criteria and complete the national recruitment processes. Further information is available on the Join The Police website.
If you wish to use successful completion of this course as your entry route to the police service, you must apply to join a police force within five years of your graduation. However, your degree will still be valid for any other roles you may wish to apply for.
There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.
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