About the course

The Policing and Criminal Investigation Foundation Entry Degree could be the course for you. Foundation Entry degree courses are designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the necessary formal qualifications to directly enter their chosen Honours degree programme. If you’re considering a career in policing or similar law enforcement agencies, this course covers topics including crime scene investigation, criminal law, more practical aspects of policing such as fraud, e-crime and homicide investigation, as well as ethical and political issues associated with policing. You’ll learn relevant study skills and be introduced to criminal law, the English legal system, forensic science and the subject of policing and criminal investigation, as well as further investigation skills, criminalistics, contemporary policing issues and the law relating to property and weapons. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: GB£59,600

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Preston
Autumn (September), 2025	Preston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Central Lancashire

Our typical offer is 72 UCAS Points. We operate a flexible admissions policy and treat everyone as an individual. This means that we will take into consideration your educational achievements and predicted grades (where applicable) together with your application as a whole, including work experience and personal statement. General Studies accepted.

　　Pass Access Course: 72 UCAS Points.International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 72 UCAS points from Higher Level Subjects.IELTS: 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 86.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Central Lancashire. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking99th / 130

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