In this course, you'll delve into the role of the police as a means of control, and critically analyze the various models used to achieve this end. These models include preserving law and order, detecting and reducing crime, engaging with communities, and examining the function of police at local, national, and international levels.

You'll gain an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system and how different agencies, including the police, probation service, courts, and prisons, interact with one another. By taking a theoretical approach to policing, this degree will provide you with a strategic understanding of its systems, giving you an advantage in your future career.

In addition to these foundational topics, you'll also explore contemporary issues of policing, such as homicide, cybercrime, gangs, organized crime, and mental health.

Additional Information & Requirements

A level's with BBB-BBC grades. 112 UCAS Tariff Points including GCSE: Grade 4/C in English and Mathematics. BTEC DMM Good grades in IB is accepted. You must have competence in English language to study with us. The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all components).

Career Options

Completing our degree program provides a strong foundation for a career within the police force or the wider criminal justice system

While obtaining a criminology degree typically leads to employment within the broader criminal justice field

the skills acquired during the course

including data research

critical analysis

oral

written and visual communication

reasoned debate

understanding theoretical concepts

and policy analysis

are transferable to many other areas of employment

Recent graduates of our criminology courses have secured successful employment with various organizations

such as youth offender teams

the police service

the probation service

social work

local authority crime analyst departments

victim support schemes

and drug mentoring

The degree can also lead to career paths such as law

consultancy

and detective work

Although our BA Criminology (Policing and Investigations) program is not a pre-requisite for joining the police force

completing this degree can enhance your applications for police-related jobs after graduation

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