Professional Policing (Hons) University of Huddersfield

Overview

This Professional Policing (Hons) course at University of Huddersfield is licensed by the College of Policing, meaning it meets national requirements for certain entry routes into policing. While completion of the course does not guarantee employment, it allows you to focus on professional police training during your probationary period, without needing to undertake further academic study alongside it.

The course is designed for students interested in law, policing and working with people, particularly in situations involving vulnerability. You’ll explore how policing responds to harm and risk, including cases involving children, adults with learning difficulties, physical or mental health needs, older people and those experiencing domestic abuse. This helps you understand the responsibility policing carries in protecting the public, especially those most at risk.

Your Career

This qualification is recognised by the police service as preparing you for a career as a police officer in England and Wales. You will not be required to undertake further academic study to become a qualified police officer, you'll only be required to meet occupational competence, enabling you to concentrate on your professional training during your two years as a probationer.