Degree Holder Entry Programme

Course Overview

Upon successful completion of the recruitment process, the monthly start dates are available. Most of your training will take place on the job, working alongside experienced police officers in one of 12 Basic Command Units across London. This course is delivered through work-based learning and short blocks of attendance at a London campus. The Met also offers a part-time PC career route where new joiners can now train and start their service on a part-time basis. The study duration is 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time. Open to individuals who already hold a degree, this program will lead to a Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice. If, however, you do not currently hold a degree but would be interested in pursuing a career in policing, the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship is an alternative entry pathway that you may wish to consider.

General Eligibility

To join the Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP), you must have: GCSE Grade 4-9 (Grade C) in English a degree (level 6) qualification or above, in any subject area, from a UK higher education institute €“ or be in your final year of study when you apply for the DHEP. The Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship route is open as an option for non-degree holders.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 ( Academic level), or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognized by Anglia Ruskin University.