Policing, Law Enforcement & Investigation (Foundation Entry)

To complete the BSc (Hons) Policing and Criminal Investigation, you must pass 18 modules over the four years of the course. A full module is the equivalent of 200 hours work over the academic year. These hours are made up of lectures, tutorials, practical classes and private study.

Lectures are held in the large lecture theatres whilst tutorials are in much smaller rooms, usually in the Maudland Building. Our laboratories are also situated within this building. There’s some outdoor work for the examination of crime scenes and role-play is an essential part of the learning process - all situations and opportunities for problem-solving are made as life-like as possible.

Each module is assessed by examination, coursework, role play, practicals, presentations or a combination of these options. The course is delivered by experienced academics and former senior police officers whose wealth of theoretical and practical knowledge enhances your learning.

You’ll benefit from our working relationships with local and national police forces and other national law enforcement agencies. We have regular high-profile speakers, visits from these agencies and other related organisations.

Placement years are an invaluable opportunity to help consolidate your first two years learning, gain experience, and radically enhance your employability.

Experience gained during a study placement often improves final year performance and gives you an advantage when competing for graduate jobs. We support you in preparation for this via the University Careers Team, who can help you plan and develop your CV and applications, and hold practice interviews.