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Professional Policing at Lincoln College University Centre - UCAS

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Course summary

A career in policing demands skill, responsibility, leadership, initiative and a genuine desire to make a difference to society. The BA (Hons) Professional Policing degree programme gives students the opportunity to meet that challenge. This programme is designed to prepare students for the fast-moving world of policing by following a curriculum written and licensed by the College of Policing. Studying on our BA (Hons) Professional Policing programme allows learners the opportunity to study a wide range of theoretical and legislative subjects and gain the knowledge required for a rewarding career in the police service. Please note that completion of this degree does not guarantee employment as a police officer or police staff.

Modules

Typical Modules Include: Year 1 Understanding The Police Constable Role Policing Communities Research Methods and Academic Skills for Policing Police Procedure and Evidence Criminal Justice Criminology and Crime Prevention Year 2 Criminal Investigation Information and Intelligence Policing the Roads Police Response and Major Incidents Police Accountability, Decision-making and Discretion Police Problem-solving Models and Theories Year 3 Serious and Organised Crime Policing Mental Health, Vulnerability and Risk Policing Abuse and Public Protection Research Project (Dissertation) *Plus one optional specialism module from *Domestic Abuse *Psychopathy *Murder: Dynamics, Pathologies and Investigation *Populism, Extremism and Violence *Optional modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.

Assessment method

Written Essays Group presentations Group and individual case study work sessions Observational Role-plays Written knowledge checks Written exams Group work assignments and presentations


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
P100
Institution code:
L42
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications are acceptable for applicants not requiring a Tier 4 student visa.

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £9500 Year 1
Channel Islands £9500 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9500 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
International £9500 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

Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student's continuous enrolment. Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.
Professional Policing at Lincoln College University Centre - UCAS