Policing and Criminal Investigation, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

This course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge of investigative techniques and criminal investigations, preparing them for diverse roles in public and private sectors. The BSc (Hons) in Policing and Criminal Investigation provides advanced expertise in policing and investigations, including a work placement option between the second and third years. Students will access expert faculty, state-of-the-art facilities such as crime scene houses and mock courtrooms, and employer networks. Upon successful completion, graduates receive the BSc (Hons) in Policing and Criminal Investigation with a Placement Year.The program spans four years, with Year 1 covering foundational topics like Policing Theory and Crime Scene Processing. Year 2 focuses on research design, practical investigation methods, and options such as Hate Crime. Year 3 is a placement year, while Year 4 includes a project in policing, advanced case studies, and electives like Cybercrime. Assessment involves formative feedback and summative evaluations, including essays, reports, presentations, and examinations.

Year 1 Policing Theory, Analysis of Digital Investigation, Crime Scene Processing, Introduction to Crime and Crime Prevention, Case Studies in Criminal Justice, option module Options include: Missing Persons Investigation, Detection and Analysis of Drugs, Media and crime Year 2 Designing Research Projects, Law, Practice and Procedure, Practical Methods of Criminal Investigation, Risk and Vulnerability, Fairness in Policing, option module Options include: Contemporary Policing, Hate Crime, Understanding Terrorism: Causes and Theories, Organised Crime, Crime, Harm and Victimisation, Working with Victims, Offender Management, Prison and Probation Law and Regulations, Vehicle Collision Investigation, Firearms Investigation, Digital Forensics Techniques. Year 3 – Placement Year Year 4 Project in Policing and Criminal Investigation, Case File to Court, Policing and Complexity, two option modules Options include: Intelligence Led Policing and Major Crime, Cybercrime, Policing and Society, Contemporary Terror Movements: Classification and Response, Transnational Organised Crime, Rehabilitation of Offenders, Mental Health Assessment for Non-Mental Health Professional, Community Justice, Mass Death Scenarios"