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BSc (Hons) Professional Policing (top up) at University of Cumbria

University of Cumbria, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The BSC (Hons) Professional Policing Degree Top-Up is tailored for officers and staff who have entered the service through non-degree routes and are now seeking to enhance your qualifications for progression and development.

Faculty: Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership  |  Duration: Part-time: 2 Years  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Carlisle, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Entry is 240 credits (120 at L4 and 120 at L5). This may be achieved via a number of ways: Successful completion of a relevant programme, such as FdSc Policing or Dip HE Policing Successful completion of the Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP), where study has included the optional Skills for Justice (S4J) qualification. Applicants who have completed the PCEP but have not taken Skills for Justice may still be accepted subject to evidencing requisite skills, knowledge and experiences. Students seeking entry via completion of the PCEP will also be required to successfully complete a Level 5 Bridge (POLI5505, Academic Research Skills) prior to entry. Minimum entry: 240 credits (120 at level 4, 120 at level 5).

International applicants: GBP 16,000 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Part-time: 2 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.cumbria.ac.uk/study/how-to-apply/

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