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Professional Policing at Bangor University - UCAS

Bangor University

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Bangor University (Prifysgol Bangor)

Professional Policing

Course summary

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.

Modules

For details of the modular structure, please see the course description on Bangor University's website.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
L436
Institution code:
B06
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please note: Completion of this degree does not guarantee the opportunity for recruitment into the police service. Those planning a career in the police are advised to check eligibility criteria as set out by individual police services. We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements and accept a broad range of qualifications. We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas. We also welcome applications from mature learners and/or those with other qualifications are considered on individual merit. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have completed) listed above, please contact us for advice: [email protected] International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements), details at: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/applying/entryrequirements


English language requirements

For the most up-to-date information on acceptable English Language proficiency qualifications, please visit our webpage below.

https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/future/englishlanguage


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
95%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

On 4 December 2024 the Welsh Government confirmed that the tuition fee cap (the maximum tuition fee that regulated providers can charge to certain students on full-time undergraduate courses) will increase to £9,535 per year, subject to changes in the regulations by the Welsh Government. Tuition fees and scholarship information for International applicants can be found here: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/tuition
Professional Policing at Bangor University - UCAS