Program Overview

This professional policing degree is designed to provide you with an unparalleled in-depth understanding of modern policing.  Licensed by the College of Policing, the course contains all elements of the National Police Curriculum (NPC).

From the outset, the course is intended to be vibrant, dynamic, and forward-thinking. It has been structured to provide a healthy balance between academic and practical study and assessments. The course has been designed with direct input from Hertfordshire Police who, as a leading potential employer for successful students, will closely support its delivery through regular involvement and hands-on opportunities where possible.

Strategic Partnership with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS): Benefit from the University of Hertfordshire's close collaboration with the CPS, offering direct specialist insights from the organisation.

Career-Ready Policing Education: This professional policing degree is tailored to prepare you for careers in policing, law enforcement, the Criminal Justice sector, and related fields such as investigative journalism. Develop essential transferable skills like communication, problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, and leadership.

Support for Aspiring Special Constables: Receive dedicated guidance for those interested in applying to become a Special Constable, ensuring you're well-equipped for this career path.

Practical Learning through Site Visits: Gain hands-on experience with visits to key locations, including a police control room, custody suite, operations centre, and both Magistrates' and Crown Courts, enhancing your understanding of the Criminal Justice Process.

Real-World Experience in the Grace Ononiwu Law Court: Hone your skills in our state-of-the-art Grace Ononiwu Law Court Building, practising evidence presentation and applying for search warrants in a replica crown court.

Exploring Modern Policing Issues: Dive into critical topics such as digital policing, the impact of autonomous vehicles, evidence-based policing, mental health’s role in policing, and emerging challenges like 'deepfake' technology.

Industry-Expert Sessions: Learn from qualified professionals and former experts, with guest speakers from the police, CPS, and other key partners providing valuable input.

Investigating Key Policing Challenges: Explore essential policing issues through critical thinking, including topics such as the role of first officers at crime scenes, dealing with vulnerable victims, Stop & Search effectiveness, protest rights, police-community relations, climate change activism, live facial recognition, and the debate around a National Police Service.