Course summary
This HNC programme offers you the opportunity to study a Higher National Certificate in Public Services with a particular focus on Law, Criminology, Psychology and Sociology which will give you the underpinning knowledge to enter into your chosen Public Service. The Higher National Certificate in Public Services consists of modules covering all aspects of Protective Services from Mental Health and Wellbeing to Counter Terrorism. The course has been set out to give you the best possible starting point to enter into your chosen Public Service, giving not only the theoretical knowledge to succeed but the practical skills too. This course can be followed by our Higher National Diploma in Public Services.
Modules
Level 4
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Public Services in Contemporary Society
- Fitness Prep and Testing
- Integrated Emergency Management
- Outdoor Skills Development
- Organisational Structures and Culture
- Equality, Diversity, and Fair Treatment
Assessment method
The Higher National Certificate in Public Services is coursework based which has no examinations. The students are assessed through a variety of written and in some cases verbal tasks. This assessment method has benefited those students who feel less comfortable with exams.
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- LL41
- Institution code:
- B93
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
You should also have 5 GCSE's at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) including English. You may also be required to attend an interview and/or assessment. If you do not have the standard entry requirements but have the relevant work experience or an alternative qualification you may still be eligible for the course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8250 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Bury College
Woodbury Centre
Market Street
Bury
BL9 0BG