BA (Hons) Degree in Professional Policing

The BA (Hons) Degree in Professional Policing at De Montfort University is a three-year undergraduate program that provides students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to pursue a career in policing. The course covers a wide range of topics, including criminology, criminal justice systems, policing practices, and research methods. Students will also gain valuable experience through work placements and projects, which provide opportunities for real-world application of theoretical concepts. Upon completion of the program, students will be well-prepared to enter the policing profession as knowledgeable and capable officers.

Additional Information

The course is designed in consultation with industry partners to ensure that it meets the needs of the police service. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated crime scene house, forensic laboratory, and driving simulator. The program also includes opportunities for student exchange programs, internships, and volunteer work, providing students with diverse experiences and networking opportunities.

Leadership in Policing Education: Why De Montfort University?

De Montfort University is a leading institution for policing education, with a long history of producing highly skilled and capable police officers. The university has strong connections with the police service and other criminal justice agencies, providing students with valuable networking opportunities. The campus is located in Leicester, a vibrant city with a diverse population and a rich history of policing innovation. Students will benefit from living and studying in a culturally rich environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

GCSEs

• GCSEs English and Maths at grade C/4 or above 

Plus one of the following:

A levels

• A minimum of at least 104 points from two A levels

BTEC

• BTEC National Diploma - Distinction/Merit/Merit

• BTEC Extended Diploma - Distinction/Merit/Merit

International Baccalaureate

• 24+ points

Access Course 

• Pass in the QAA accredited Access to HE overall 104 UCAS tariff with at least 30 Level credits at Merit. 
  English GCSE required as separate qualification. Equivalency not accepted within the Access qualification. We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.

• Applications from mature students for this programme are welcome and candidates with relevant work experience and other qualifications, which do not necessarily amount to the minimum entry requirements for the programme will be considered on a case by case basis. Requirements for these students would include an interview and the consideration of the candidate’s CVs by the programme leader. Alongside this, the student would also be required to submit a piece of work to indicate the their abilities to write and engage at an appropriate level. A diagnostic test would be given with regards to Level 2 Functional Skills.

• Candidates need to understand that successful completion of the BA (Hons) programme does not guarantee entry to any Police Service in England and Wales

• Regarding the currency of this degree qualification: It is important to be aware that where students are awarded the BA (Hons) under this programme: the degree qualification will only remain current, for the purposes of it being a relevant Policing Degree in order for eligibility to apply and enter the police service, for a maximum of no longer than 5 years from the award date. This is a stipulation required by the College of Policing.