The Access to HE Diploma in Policing could be the first step towards obtaining a career in Policing. The course provides a coherent, integrated and supported programme of study through which you will gain the knowledge, awareness, skills and confidence necessary for successful undergraduate studying in policing. The course has been developed in collaboration with the London Metropolitan Police.
Courses
Access to HE Diploma: Policing
When & Where
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2 September 2024 - 27 June 2025 ( 408 hours, 34 weeks )
- Morning, Thursday, Friday
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View course timetable
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North Kensington Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code K24ESWE02A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Introduction to Policing
- Local Policing
- The Criminal Justice System
- Sociology of Crime and Deviance
- Law and Order in Civil Society
- Communication Skills in a Police Service
- Study Skills
On successful completion of the course, you will achieve the following qualification: Access to HE Diploma (Policing) [OCNLR]
Class format and activities
Assessment includes assignments, exams, and presentations. Each unit studied will use one or more of these assessment methods.
Entry requirements
You must be aged 19 or over and have GCSE English and Maths at Grade A-C / 4-9. In some cases, we will accept a Level 2 equivalent qualification (such as functional skills) but this will depend on your progression intention, as some universities will not accept GCSE equivalent qualifications. If you are not sure whether you meet the entry requirements, please submit an enquiry and one of the teaching team will discuss this with you. If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test).
What you need to know before you enrol
The course runs from the beginning of September to the end of June and your timetable will normally be over two days a week. Classes will be held in person at our North Kensington Centre. Excellent attendance and punctuality will be required to complete the course successfully. e endeavour to prepare students for the demands of a University degree course in just nine short months. It is therefore essential that you think about how you are going to balance work, family and social life with your studies.
What you need
You will require paper, pens, pencil, and ruler. You will also require access to a laptop/tablet/computer and reliable WiFi for completion of your assignments.
What you can do next
On successful completion of the course you will be able to progress on to a degree programme at University or any higher education study in Policing.
