Professional Policing (Hons) University of Wolverhampton

Overview

The BA in  Professional Policing (Hons) from  University of Wolverhampton provides education and training for those looking to pursue a career in police work. The course not only covers relevant topics in policing, but also provides an insight into the criminal justice system. This makes the degree perfect for those wanting to kick-start their career in policing.

Key facts

• The BA (Hons) Professional Policing degree has been designed to meet the needs of the police education qualification framework (PEQF) and is fully licensed by the College of Policing, the professional body of the police service. 

• There are four entry routes into the police service, developed by the College of Policing, one of them is by finishing our degree in Professional Policing, which equips our students with the necessary knowledge and understanding to deal with the challenges and exciting obstacles that modern policing has to offer.

Potential Career Paths

• Although many students studying this course will be wanting to become a police constable upon completion, it is important to reiterate that this policing degree does not guarantee employment as a police officer.

• Police services in England and Wales each have their own recruitment process and terms for selection, with entry requirements varying from each service. It’s important to check your eligibility through the police service website, which will assist you in deciding to undertake the BA (Hons) Professional Policing course or to pursue a policing career.

• The BA (Hons) Professional Policing course opens up a lot of career opportunities, not limited to the police force. 

Others careers could include:

• The National Crime Agency

• Probation service

• Military police

• Private security industry

• Civil service

• Local authority

• Banking and similar organisations where investigative or practical legal knowledge is required