BSc (Hons) Professional Policing at University of Portsmouth

Develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for police officer training. Take advantage of our close ties to local constabularies and graduate ready to apply for work in the police service. Following the National Police Curriculum as set out by the College of Policing, this BSc (Hons) Professional Policing degree prepares you for the emotional, physical and mental demands of a rewarding career in policing and related fields.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Digital Literacy, Sustainability and AI; Interactive Learning Skills and Communication; Introduction to Anthropology; Introduction to Politics and International Relations; Introduction to Sustainability and the Environment; Introduction to Urban Studies; Legal Ethics; Legal Skills, Analysis and Discourse; Research Methods, Critical Thinking and Expression; Evidence-Based Policing.

Career pathways

A career in policing is an exciting, rewarding way to serve your local community and make a positive impact on society. This policing degree is an approved entry route into the police services in England and Wales, so you will be eligible to apply for police constable roles for up to five years after you graduate.

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