Professional Policing BSc (Hons)

Looking for an inside look at the life of a police officer from experienced professionals? Want to gain hands-on experience investigating crimes and gathering evidence from realistic simulated crime scenes? Then the BSc (Hons) Professional Policing degree from Edge Hill is the perfect choice for you. This degree program offers a comprehensive education in policing, covering everything from criminal investigations to cybercrime, and is designed to prepare you for entry into the policing profession.

Through a combination of classroom learning, guest lectures, and workshops, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the role of a police constable and the National Policing Curriculum. You'll explore topics such as ethics and intelligence sharing and collaborate with law students to present your findings in court. Most importantly, you'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to succeed in the modern policing workforce.

To apply everything you learn on our policing course, you'll have access to our state-of-the-art Police Training and Simulation Facility. Here you'll learn how to investigate a range of crime scenes, gather evidence, and conduct interviews with suspects. You'll also learn how to respond to high-pressure situations in our brand new Immersive Simulation Suite.

Our pre-join degree in Professional Policing is licensed by the College of Policing and is an ideal preparation for a career as a police officer. With a focus on key policing competencies as outlined in the National Policing Curriculum and approved within the Police Education Qualifications Framework, this program will prepare you for success in the exciting and challenging field of policing.