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Policing, Psychology and Investigations with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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Liverpool John Moores University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Why study Policing, Psychology and Investigations at Liverpool John Moores University?

  • Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Access to our innovative Crime Scene Suite facilities for practical scenario-based learning
  • Practical exercises and worked-based learning at the renowned Emergency Services Training Centre in Birkenhead (off-campus)
  • Thought-provoking modules both reflect and challenge current policing practices and debates
  • Opportunities for graduate membership to the British Psychological Society (BPS)
About your course This degree will engage you in the key strategies for effective crime scene management and both the process and psychology of investigation. Designed for those who are seeking a career in policing, the wider law enforcement sector, or associated fields in the criminal justice system. You will be introduced to policing and investigation practice and procedure, and criminal law. Students have access to the Crime Scene Suite to explore crime scene perspectives and investigate approaches. You will learn about Cognitive and Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, and Individual Differences and the approaches needed to protect both vulnerable people and the management of offenders. Students also have the opportunity to combine their studies with service by volunteering as a Special Constable. You will be taught at Mount Pleasant Campus in the Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing, a pioneering research centre for interdisciplinary law enforcement, and is licensed by the College of Policing to deliver degree programmes. Foundation Year The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the Policing, Psychology and Investigations honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year (level 3) you will progress directly onto the first year (level 4) of the honours degree.

Modules

Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.

Assessment method

Assessment varies depending on the modules you choose, but will usually include a combination of exams and coursework. Your marks and feedback will be available within 15 working days of submitting a piece of work. That's because we believe that constructive feedback is vital in helping you identify your strengths as well as the areas where you may need to develop further.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • British Psychological Society

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
MPPF
Institution code:
L51
Campus name:
Mount Pleasant Campus
Campus code:
M

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

International applicants

International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics or an equivalent qualification. Equivalences accepted: - Key Skills Level 2 in English/Communication and Mathematic/Application of Number - Functional Skills in English and Mathematics - Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication and Application of Number - Skills for Life Level 2 in English and Numeracy - Higher Diploma in English/Maths

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £5760 Year 1
Northern Ireland £5760 Year 1
Scotland £5760 Year 1
Wales £5760 Year 1
EU £17750 Year 1
International £17750 Year 1
Channel Islands £17750 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £17750 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Sponsorship information

Please see our Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/fees-and-funding/bursaries-and-scholarships

Policing, Psychology and Investigations with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University - UCAS