Professional Policing

Buckinghamshire New University is a school located in High Wycombe, United Kingdom, founded in 1893 and currently home to 14075 students.

The university offers 194 programs, providing students with a wide range of academic options, from arts and design to business and health sciences.

The campus is situated in a charming town in the English countryside, close to London and its many cultural and entertainment options, making it an ideal location for international students.

The Professional Policing program at Buckinghamshire New University is a 3-year non-degree course for students who want to become police officers. This program teaches students about policing standards, community policing, and public protection. Students will learn about the National Decision Model, police powers, and professional ethics.

The curriculum includes modules on introduction to professional policing, criminal justice legislation, and pluralised policing. Students will also learn about policing processes, professional standards, and evidence-based policing. The program includes hands-on components like placements and research projects.

Graduates of this program can work as police constables, detectives, crime scene investigators, police community support officers, or forensic scientists. They can find jobs in police forces, government agencies, or private security companies, helping to keep communities safe.