Professional Policing

Why choose this course?
As police forces in England and Wales aim to adapt to meet the demands of the 21st century, discover an in-depth degree developed in partnership with various police forces in the UK.

This course will:

• Combine scenario-based learning based upon simulated policing encounters, together with lectures and seminars taught by experienced academic staff and retired experienced police officers.

• Offers opportunities for students to develop their academic knowledge and skills in policing.

You will:
Develop knowledge of the broader criminal justice system.

Demonstrate advanced skills in dealing effectively and sensitively with members of the public.

On completion of the course, have the necessary legal and policing knowledge and key transferable skills to meet the operational requirements of the police service.

Study in a subject area rated first in the UK for student satisfaction in the Sociology subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2022.

Study a course that is part of the Sociology CAH3 subject group rated 2nd out of UK universities for teaching in the National Student Survey 2021. It was also rated 1st out of Welsh universities for learning opportunities, assessment and feedback, academic support, organisation and management, learning community, student voice, students' union and overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.

*Study a course that is part of a subject area rated 4th in the UK and 1st in Wales overall in the Criminology subject league tables, The Guardian University Guide 2022. In the same league tables, the subject area was also rated 1st in the UK for satisfaction with teaching, 1st in the UK for satisfaction with the course, and 1st in the UK for satisfaction with assessment.

*Study a course that is rated 1st in the UK for teaching quality and 1st in Wales for student experience in the Criminology subject league tables, Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.

Key Course Features:
Equips you with the knowledge and understanding, skills and tools that are highly relevant to employment as a Police Constable and in other policing roles.

Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with a background in police and policing.

You will build strong and sustainable networks and links with public service and third sector organisations involved in policing for both professional and personal development and advancement.

An interactive blended approach to teaching.

Proud to work with North Wales Police, Dyfed-Powys Police, West Mercia Police, Thames Valley Police and the City of London Police.

Develops knowledge relating to the professional performance of the police constable role, permitting learners who are subsequently recruited to the police service to pursue a career as a Police Constable or Police Staff.

Study in a subject area rated first in the UK for student satisfaction in the Sociology subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2022.

Study a course that is part of the Sociology CAH3 subject group rated 2nd out of UK universities for teaching in the National Student Survey 2021. It was also rated 1st out of Welsh universities for learning opportunities, assessment and feedback, academic support, organisation and management, learning community, student voice, students' union and overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.

*This course is part of a subject area rated 4th in the UK and 1st in Wales overall in the Criminology subject league tables, The Guardian University Guide 2022. - In the same league tables, the subject area was also rated 1st in the UK for satisfaction with teaching, 1st in the UK for satisfaction with the course, and 1st in the UK for satisfaction with assessment.

*This course is rated 1st in the UK for teaching quality and 1st in Wales for student experience in the Criminology subject league tables, Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.

What you will study

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)

MODULES
Study Skills in Higher Education
Understanding the Police Constable Role
Valuing Difference and Maintaining Professional Standards
Decision Making and Discretion
Criminal Justice

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)

MODULES
Information and Intelligence
Evidence-Based Policing and Problem Solving
Policing the Roads
Digital Policing and Counter-Terrorism
Research Methods and Skills
Response Policing

YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)

MODULES
Police Investigation
Vulnerability and Risk
Public Protection
Policing Contemporary Communities
Research Project

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Teaching & Assessment
Assignments are set in advance and provided to students in module handbooks and marked and returned by moodle or e-mail with students being given feedback on all assessments within an appropriate timescale determined by University regulations (currently four weeks).

Assessment criteria are published in the student programme handbook issued at the beginning of the academic year. In order to maintain an approach where students can develop their own interests and refer to their own experiences, many assignment questions can be answered from different perspectives.

The programme incorporates a range of assessments including essays, exams, presentations and role-plays.

Teaching and learning
Wrexham University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our Student Support section has more information on the help available.

In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion team can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.