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Professional Policing
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 21 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course summary
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Join a course that’s licensed by the College of Policing.
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Learn from experienced policing professionals and academics.
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Make a positive impact at our Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice.
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Develop practical skills and theoretical knowledge for twenty-first century policing.
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Engage in lawful, safe, and effective front-line policing, exploring ethical practices, human rights and justice.
On this course, you’ll prepare for the fast-moving world of policing. Following a specially developed curriculum licensed by the College of Policing, you’ll study a wide range of theoretical and legislative subjects to help you develop into an excellent applicant for a career in policing.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- College of Policing
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B005
- Institution code:
- S21
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B005
- Institution code:
- S21
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelBBC
UCAS TariffOffer: 112
This must include at least 64 points from two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications excluding general studies. For example: BBC-BBB at A Level including a grade C in a relevant subject, DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma in a relevant subject, Merit overall from a T Level Qualification, or a combination of qualifications which must include a relevant subject (and may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies).
Access to HE Diploma
At least 45 credits at level 3 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language grade C/4 or above, and Mathematics grade C/4 or above.
We consider other qualifications from the UCAS tariff. Applicants with alternative qualifications or a combination of qualifications and work experience are also considered. This must show that the applicant would benefit from, and has the potential to, complete the course successfully. Decisions regarding non-standard entrants will be considered on an individual basis by the Programme Leader. We also accept applicants who may have prior certificated credit or prior experiential credit (APCL/APEL) although with regard to the PJD this is likely to be limited in nature. https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Criminology/BA-Honours-Professional-Policing/Full-time
Additional entry requirements
- Other
- It is important to emphasise that completion of this degree does not guarantee employment as a police officer or police staff. Every police force in England and Wales sets its own recruitment process and selection policy, and entry requirements vary from force to force. Candidates are advised to check their eligibility against the force website, this may assist in deciding whether to undertake the pre-join Degree course and/or pursue a career in policing. The recruitment process to study for the pre-join Degree is separate to the recruitment process for joining a force. Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 is required in reading and writing with a minimum of 5.5 in all other skills. |
https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Criminology/BA-Honours-Professional-Policing/Full-time
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Contextual offer: 96 UCAS points
We make contextual offers to local applicants, applicants living in low participation postcodes and based on other personal circumstances. Click the link to find out more.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Historical entry grades report
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 | |
| EU & International | £18900 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Undergraduate home tuition fee for 2027/28:
• £10,050 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some foundation courses: £5,760 for the FY, then £10,050 per year
Undergraduate international/EU tuition fee for 2027/28:
• £18,900 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some health courses: £20,400/£20,900 per year (includes an annual placement supplement of £1,500/£2,000)
Please check individual course pages for fees information. Fees may increase in subsequent years per Government or UKRI regulations. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations at www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations
Sponsorship information
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