Sheffield Hallam University

Degree level: Undergraduate

Professional Policing with Foundation Year

Sheffield Hallam University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

What does this TEF outcome mean?

Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary:

Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.

Understand the legal and professional responsibilities of policing.

Learn to engage in lawful, safe and effective front-line policing in specific professional areas.

Study ethical approaches and how to maintain the highest professional standards.

Develop knowledge of criminological theory and practice.

Evaluate evidence-based initiatives in the context of preventative policing and problem solving.

On this course, you’ll prepare for the fast-moving world of policing. Following a curriculum written and licensed by the College of Policing, you’ll study the wide range of theoretical and legislative subjects you need for employment as a police officer. How you learn: All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. This foundation year is an entry route if you do not yet meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) Professional Policing course, if you are not yet ready for degree level study, or if you are returning to study and would like to spend time getting up to speed with the demands of learning before embarking on a degree. You learn through:

Lectures

Seminars

Workshops

team meetings

peer learning

guest lectures

You will receive feedback regularly from your tutors, peers and through guided self-reflection to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to undertake the various module assessments. Applied learning - Work experience Throughout the full course, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside policing professionals. You will also be encouraged to seek work-based opportunities through membership of the special constabulary, as well as other volunteer opportunities. Live projects We have a good relationship with local criminal justice stakeholders including the police, who support learning and knowledge generation in Sheffield and the South Yorkshire region as well as nationally and internationally through our professional networks. These professional links will enable us to provide opportunities for you to undertake a range of live research projects. Networking opportunities On the full course you will have the opportunity to network with professionals through seminars, internal/external speaker programmes and guest lectures. This includes opportunities to work with The Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice on local, national and international events and activities Competitions You will be offered the opportunity to engage with a range of award-based competitions such as The Hallam Award.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Introduction To The Psychological, Political, Legal, Criminal Justice And Sociological Sciences The Practice Of Law And Policing Year 2 - Compulsory modules Academic And Professional Skills Development Counter Terrorism And Digital Policing Evidence Based Policing Introduction To Core Policing Practice Introduction To Criminology And Criminal Justice Managing Risk Year 3 - Compulsory modules Applying Evidence Based Policing Developing Core Policing Practice Enhancing Academic And Professional Standards In Policing Experiencing Criminology And Criminal Justice Policing In The 21St Century Risk And Society Final year - Compulsory modules Advancing Policing Practice Evidence Based Policing Research Project Policing And Crime Reduction Professional Standards Development Elective modules 21St Century Crime: Threats, Responses And Human Rights Applied Investigative Interviewing Skills Applied Investigative Skills Contemporary Policing Landscapes Digital Worlds Of Crime Human Rights And Policing Rehabilitation And Punishment Serious And Organised Crime Sex, Violence And Extremism Simulating Justice Practice

Assessment method

Coursework, Exams, Practicals

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:: B050

Institution code:: S21

Campus name:: Main Site

Campus code:: -

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 64 points

Access to HE Diploma

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/criminology/ba-honours-professional-policing-with-foundation-year/full-time

Additional entry requirements

Other

Please note that the information provided on this web page relates to 2022 courses and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.

English language requirements

Test	Grade	Additional details
IELTS (Academic)	6	If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/criminology/ba-honours-professional-policing-with-foundation-year/full-time/2022

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England	£9250	Year 1
Northern Ireland	£9250	Year 1
Scotland	£9250	Year 1
Wales	£9250	Year 1
Channel Islands	£9250	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	£9250	Year 1
EU	£15860	Year 1
International	£15860	Year 1

Additional fee information

Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/2025 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2023/2024 are £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Our tuition fees for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £15,860 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,500-£2000. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here

Sponsorship information