Policing, Psychology and Investigations with Foundation Year

Liverpool John Moores University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years LawPolicingPsychology

A-Level Entry

DDD - CDD

UCAS Points

72 - 80 points

About this course

Why study Policing, Psychology and Investigations at Liverpool John Moores University?

  • Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

  • Access to our innovative Crime Scene Suite facilities for practical scenario-based learning

  • Practical exercises and worked-based learning at the renowned Emergency Services Training Centre in Birkenhead (off-campus)

  • Thought-provoking modules both reflect and challenge current policing practices and debates

  • Opportunities for graduate membership to the British Psychological Society (BPS)

    About your course This degree will engage you in the key strategies for effective crime scene management and both the process and psychology of investigation.

    Designed for those who are seeking a career in policing, the wider law enforcement sector, or associated fields in the criminal justice system. You will be introduced to policing and investigation practice and procedure, and criminal law.

    Students have access to the Crime Scene Suite to explore crime scene perspectives and investigate approaches.

    You will learn about Cognitive and Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, and Individual Differences and the approaches needed to protect both vulnerable people and the management of offenders.

    Students also have the opportunity to combine their studies with service by volunteering as a Special Constable.

    You will be taught at Mount Pleasant Campus in the Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing, a pioneering research centre for interdisciplinary law enforcement, and is licensed by the College of Policing to deliver degree programmes.

    Foundation Year

    The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the Policing, Psychology and Investigations honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year (level 3) you will progress directly onto the first year (level 4) of the honours degree.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades DDD - CDD
    UCAS Tariff Points 72 - 80 points
    BTEC MMP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1162 Senior police officers
    1172 Social services managers and directors
    3219 Health associate professionals
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)
    2229 Therapy professionals

    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
    Liverpool
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Law, Policing, Psychology