Fire and Leadership Studies (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Business and management studies

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,000

About this course

Course Overview

Fire and Leadership Studies is the result of a unique, pioneering collaboration with the fire and rescue services, it recruits bright talent to the services and fast tracks you to senior positions.

Why study with us

  • The course is supported by an industrial liaison group, which reviews and inputs into the course to ensure it meets fire industry needs.

  • An operational module is delivered in cooperation with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service so you’ll learn from their expertise.

  • There’s a part-time option for serving officers. This also means full-time students benefit from learning alongside experienced operational firefighters.

    What you'll do

  • Access to Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service’s internationally renowned training and fire investigation facilities.

  • You’ll have international opportunities including travel and work placement with Operation Florian, a charitable organisation.

  • Time is spent within services carrying out community fire safety education to the public. 

    Accreditations

  • This course is accredited by the EI on behalf of the Engineering Council, which plays an active role in ensuring that the course is developed to meet the needs of industry. The EI is a chartered professional membership body bringing together expertise to tackle urgent global challenges, responding to the climate emergency while meeting the energy needs of the world’s growing population.

  • This course is recognised by the IFE as a Recognised Educational Programme (with academic exemption) for Member Grade (MIFireE). The IFE awards internationally recognised qualifications and membership, and plays an active role in ensuring that the course is developed to meet professional needs.

    Future Careers

    If you’re looking for a rewarding career in local authority fire and rescue services, this is an excellent route to take. Whilst not guaranteeing entry, you’ll have the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a progressive career.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
    BTEC MPP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3313 Fire service officers (watch manager and below)
    1162 Senior police officers
    3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)
    1171 Health services and public health managers and directors
    1163 Senior officers in fire, ambulance, prison and related services
    3311 Non-commissioned officers and other ranks

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Business and management studies
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £25,000

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    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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