Policing Studies Criminology and Criminal Justice Foundation Degree (FdA)

DMU course code: LL34

Duration: Two years full-time, four years part-time

Institution code: D26

2013/2014

UCAS Points

A minimum of 180 points

GCSEs

• 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths and English. Plus one of the following:

Alevels

• A minimum of 180 UCAS points from from a minimum of one A level

BTEC

• BTEC National Diploma - BTEC with Merit/Merit/Pass (200) points
• BTEC National Certificate - BTEC Distinction/Merit (200) points
• BTEC National Award - only in combination with other accepted qualifications
• BTEC Extended Diploma (3 A2s) - BTEC with Merit/Merit/Pass (200) points
• BTEC Diploma (2 A2s) - Distinction/Merit (200) points
• BTEC 90 credit Science - Distinction/Distinction
• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (1 A2) - only in combination with other accepted qualifications
• BTEC certificate (1 A1) - only in combination with other accepted qualifications

Access Course

Pass. English and Maths GCSE equivalency required, 12 level 2 credits in each subject

Interview: Yes

Work Experience: Demonstrate a desire to be a police officer.

International Baccalaureate: 26+

You must complete a declaration form and enhanced CRB/VBS disclosure application form before starting the course.*

Equivalent qualifications are welcome; please visit us online for further information, dmu.ac.uk/apply|.

Applications from mature students are welcome and are considered individually on the basis of qualifications and experience.

Interview Required:
Students will be interviewed by the relevant police area in conjunction with the academic staff of the programme to determine suitability for the programme.

International Students:
If English is not your first language, English language IELTS of 6.5 or equivalent is required.

Personal Statement selection criteria

• Clear communication skills, including good grammar and spelling

• Information relevant to the course applied for

• Interest in the course demonstrated with explanation and evidence

• If relevant for the course - work and life experience

Teaching methods include; lectures, seminars, workshops and e-learning techniques. Assessment includes; essays, group and individual presentations, research, case study projects and an evidence-based portfolio.

Compulsory contact time for CCJ teaching is 12–14 hours, and you are expected to engage in an additional 24–26 hours self-directed study per week; supported by an allocated a personal tutor.

In addition to this, you can normally expect to complete a minimum of 16 hours per week as a Special Constable, as part of the Police Practice Development module.

For eligibility to volunteer as a Special Constable, you must be a British citizen or a member of the EU or other states in the EEA.

Commonwealth citizens and foreign nationals may also be eligible if they are resident in the UK for three years prior to the start of the course.

We have one of the largest groupings of practice-based Criminologists in the country, all involved in research and teaching, helping students develop the knowledge and skills required to work within the criminal justice sector.

The course has been designed and will be delivered in conjunction with Leicestershire Constabulary, therefore making our teaching directly applicable to the needs and requirements of the sector.

One of the largest groupings of practice-based criminologists in the country, our expert academics are involved in a multi-disciplinary range of research and teaching. Our strong links with sector and allied agencies provide voluntary work opportunities, enhancing your learning and practical experience.

Designed and delivered in conjunction with Leicestershire Constabulary, our teaching is directly applicable to the sector; greatly enhancing your employability upon graduation.

As part of the course, you are required to become a Special Constable within Leicestershire Constabulary, from the second term of the first year. Upon successful completion, you will be deemed ready for independent patrol and suitable for employment as a Special Constable.

Successful graduates are eligible to apply to become a Police Constable in any UK Police Service.

Flexible top-up opportunities allow successful graduates to achieve a full BA (Hons) degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice| (Policing). This is achieved via a two year distance learning ‘top-up’ programme, whilst you continue to develop your professional experience as a serving Police Constable.

UK/EU
Full-time	£6000

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Recent investment of £8 million into our first-class teaching and learning facilities, develop your practical experience and enhance your employability upon graduation.

At DMU you will benefit from 24 hour access to our fully equipped library and Learning Zone for focussed group and independent study.

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