Professional Policing

About this course

Professional policing combines academic study of criminal justice, law, sociology, psychology and public policy with the practical preparation and professional formation that modern policing demands. The police service is a complex and challenging environment that requires officers to make high-stakes decisions under pressure, maintain public trust, uphold human rights and engage with diverse communities while dealing with crime, disorder and vulnerability. Graduates entering policing through a degree route bring a level of analytical thinking, contextual awareness and professional self-reflection that is increasingly valued in the service. At Edge Hill University this three-year, full-time programme is one of the recognised pathways into policing in England and Wales under the Police Education Qualification Framework, giving you the academic qualification needed when applying for polic

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 25% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 5% of graduatescards →
• 15 / 100Welfare Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →

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