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BA (Hons) Criminal Investigation with Policing Studies

De Montfort University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in criminal investigation and policing. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework that underpins criminal investigation, as well as the practical skills required to investigate crimes effectively. Students will learn about various aspects of policing, including community policing, counter-terrorism, and cybercrime. The course also covers the ethical considerations involved in criminal investigation and policing, ensuring that students are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions in challenging situations. Upon completion of this course, students will be well-prepared for a career in criminal investigation and policing, both in the UK and abroad.

Additional Information

The course is taught by experienced academics and practitioners in the field, and includes guest lectures from industry experts. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated crime scene house and a virtual reality crime scene simulator. The course also provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience through work placements and internships.

Unlock Your Potential at De Montfort University: A Leading Institution for Criminal Justice and Policing Studies

De Montfort University is a leading institution for criminal justice and policing studies in the UK. The university has a strong reputation for producing graduates who are highly sought after by employers, and offers a range of courses that cater to different interests and career goals. The campus is located in the heart of Leicester, providing easy access to a diverse range of cultural and professional opportunities.

Why You Should Study This Course

Our Criminal Investigation and Policing Studies course can teach you the skills to become a professional practitioner in the public or private policing sector. This program is the ideal choice if youre interested in studying policing or criminal investigation but do not necessarily wish to pursue a career in the police service. This provides opportunities for you to pursue a career as an investigator or intelligence officer in other law enforcement agencies. Taught by policing and criminology academics with substantial experience of criminal justice practice, in the first year you will get an introduction to criminology and the profession of policing, as well as learn how to research in the crime and justice sector and gain an understanding of the criminal justice system. In years two and three, you will study topics covering the leadership and management of contemporary issues in policing, research for effective practice and multi-agency working, as well as complete a dissertation on a subject of your own choice. Both years will have a bespoke progressive investigation taught module, which is designed to develop your critical understanding of operational and critical incident investigations within public and private law enforcement agencies and within the Criminal Justice System.

General Eligibility

Entry criteria

GCSEs

  • Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English Language or English Literature*

Plus one of the following:

A levels

  • A minimum of 112 points for the BA (Hons) from at least two A levels

BTEC

  • BTEC National Diploma - Distinction/Merit/Merit

  • BTEC Extended Diploma - Distinction/Merit/Merit

Access to HE Diploma 

  • Pass in QAA accredited Access to HE overall 112 UCAS tariff with at least 30 Level 3 credits at Merit. 

International Baccalaureate: 24+ points

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Researching Crime and Justice

  • The Criminal Justice System and its Legislative Context 

  • Introduction to Criminology

  • The Profession of Policing

2 Year 2
  • Leadership and Management of Contemporary Issues in Policing (I)

  • Researching for Effective Practice

  • Elective Modules 

  • Investigative Management - Investigative Management and Leadership (I)

3 Year 3
  • Dissertation

  • Multi-Agency Working

  • Leadership and Management of Contemporary Issues in Policing (II) 

  • Investigative Management – Investigative Management and Leadership (II)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

English language requirements

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 overall is essential.

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