
Policing and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Policing and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Are you interested in law enforcement? Is it your ambition to work within the criminal justice system? Wherever your interests in these areas lie, our BSc (Hons) Policing and Criminal Justice degree has been designed to equip you with the vital knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you for a future career in these fields.
Preventing and reducing crime is not the responsibility of one person, but many. The ongoing work of core agencies in the criminal justice system is essential to managing crime, assessing risk and safeguarding potential victims. You could be part ...
Are you interested in law enforcement? Is it your ambition to work within the criminal justice system? Wherever your interests in these areas lie, our BSc (Hons) Policing and Criminal Justice degree has been designed to equip you with the vital knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you for a future career in these fields.<br/><br/>Preventing and reducing crime is not the responsibility of one person, but many. The ongoing work of core agencies in the criminal justice system is essential to managing crime, assessing risk and safeguarding potential victims. You could be part of that.<br/><br/>We pride ourselves on providing not only an excellent academic experience but also a supportive environment where you can thrive. Gaining a thorough grounding in the legislation, policies and mechanisms that are designed to manage offenders and protect the public, you’ll benefit from a curriculum influenced by highly-qualified and experienced professionals in policing and related agencies. Optional modules will enable you to tailor your learning journey to your specific interests and career aspirations.<br/><br/>Our programme also offers a range of additional opportunities to support your interests in different career pathways. As well as access to a broad range of extra-curricular activities, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to apply your learning and develop your employability skills through approved work placements.<br/><br/>Whichever direction your studies take you, you’ll graduate with a firm footing in the world of policing and criminal justice and the knowledge, skills and professional attributes that employers value.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Ormskirk (Main Campus)
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
PP47
Institution Code
E42
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
120
No specific subjects are required. GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above (or equivalent) are also required.
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21,P:0
Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
A level
B,B,C
B,B,B
Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
T Level
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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