Professional Policing

Explore exactly what it takes to become a police officer on this accredited, hands-on degree course.

Stimulating evidence-based policing projects and field trips to courts, police stations, and prisons will help bring the theory to life as you learn invaluable, career-ready skills from our expert academics and the local, regional and national criminal justice agencies we're linked to.

You’ll get the chance to apply for the Special Constable training programme through Humberside Police, and speak first-hand with significant regional and national employers at our annual Careers in Criminal Justice Fair.

Why study at Hull?

• Go behind the scenes: Our purpose-built replica Crime Scene Training Facility brings learning to life. Examine the connection between crime, the law, and criminal justice first-hand.

• Nationally recognised entry route into policing: Our degree is designed in collaboration with Humberside Police, is licensed by the College of Policing, and meets all aspects of the National Policing Curriculum.¹

• Network with major employers: Meet significant regional and national employers at our annual Careers in Criminal Justice Fair.

Where could this take me?

You could become a police officer or choose one of many other alternative roles in policing, such as a community support officer, a control room operator, a police analyst, or a police service volunteer.

Our strong partnership with Humberside Police will help you develop the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience to enhance your chances of employment after graduation.

¹ The qualification does not guarantee recruitment as a Police Constable. Please check the eligibility criteria for a Police Constable and as a member of the Special Constabulary.

Core modules include:

Applied Criminology and Crime Prevention
Policing Communities
The Criminal Justice Process and Public Sector Management
Understanding the Police Role
Valuing Difference and Inclusion
Policing Cross Border Crime
Policing the Roads
Response Policing
Counter Terrorism and Extremism

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.

Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.