Access to Higher Education Diploma: Policing
Students studying this Diploma will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and practical skills through a range of subject areas including: Criminology, Law, The Powers of Police and Crime and Society to name but a few. Successful completion of this Diploma will open doors to several university courses, giving students the chance to study a broad array of degrees and apprenticeships leading to careers in Policing and associated professions such as: The National Crime Agency, The Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Immigration services such as Immigration Officer or Border Force Officer.
The Access Policing course provides you with a solid base of theoretical knowledge and technical capabilities to enable you to pursue a successful career in a range of subject areas relating to law, criminology and society, depending on your desired speciality area.
GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.
Most police forces specify 5 GCSE at grade c/4 or above including English and Maths, and/or a Level 3 qualification.
Teaching methods/course delivery
The programme delivery method includes lectures and seminars and a good level of student participation is expected. You will be expected to make presentations on a regular basis throughout the course to develop your presentation skills. Attendance in College is typically for three days per week plus an additional 10 to 15 hours personal self-guided study. Timetables and hours of study will be discussed at the interview. A good level of student participation is expected throughout the duration of the course.
Reasons to choose this course
This course will open doors for you to embark your career goals in a range of desirable job roles within the police. You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required for the next stage in your education with a recognised qualification enabling you to enrol on an undergraduate course at a higher education establishment of your choosing.
Course fees & additional costs
Course fees vary each year. Prospective students are advised to contact us for the latest fees.
All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, you may need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access additional teaching and learning from home as required for the additional guided learning hours.
How you can progress
The Access to HE: Policing course provides you with a solid base of theoretical knowledge and technical capabilities to enable you to pursue a successful career in a range of subject areas relating to law, criminology and society, depending on your desired speciality area.
You will study the following course units/modules:
- Exploring Crime and Deviance, Theoretical Approaches to Criminology (6c) & Current Issues in Criminology
- Source of English Law, The Law of Homicide, The law of Negligence, Human Rights & The Powers of Police
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, The Psychology of Criminal Investigation, Research Skills & Principles of Reflection
Assessment may take the form of reports, assignments, controlled tests, logbooks and presentations. Assessment will take place both during and at the end of each unit as appropriate. Graded units are eligible for grades will be awarded as distinction, merit or pass.
At the end of the course you will be given a transcript listing all of the units and grades awarded: there is no overall grade.
Universities will specify the grades they expect you to achieve in various units as part of any offer they may make.
Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.
Advanced Learner Loan
If you are offered a place on this course, you will be able to apply for the new Advanced Learner Loan. The loan means that you will not have to pay any tuition fees up front and will only pay back the loan when your salary rises above £27,525. Repayments are made automatically if you are employed and are part of your tax return if you are self-employed.
If you are taking out an Advanced Learner Loan to study an Access to HE Diploma your Loan will be written off on successful completion of your higher education programme - so in effect your Access to HE Diploma programme could be free.