Professional Policing BA (Hons)

Police officers are the first responders, the investigators, the front line. In an ever-changing world, theyre a key partner in the communities they serve, and they all play a pivotal role – from police constable to chief constable.<br/><br/>Sometimes policing can be the blues-and-twos and chasing criminals, and sometimes it can be methodical detective work, investigation, and building a solid case. Policing isnt really a career you just fall into; it can be gritty and complex, but it can be equal parts impactful, rewarding and life changing.<br/><br/>Supported by our academic team of ex-coppers and law enforcement experts, youll combine knowledge and theory with hands-on learning to be well-prepared for one of the most challenging – and exciting – jobs that modern society has to offer.<br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>- <strong>Get hands on:</strong> youll benefit from our strong links with local police forces as you have the opportunity to become a special constable, or undertake a placement in their control rooms.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Our teaching team:</strong> our academics have over 150 combined years of experience in law enforcement, with many of them being former police officers.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Guest speakers:</strong> we invite guest speakers from forces across the country to come in and support your learning.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Explore the context:</strong> we cover everything from the inception of policing, to what modern policing really means.<br/>

If you’re looking for somewhere that’ll get you credibility, plenty of real-world experience, and the attention of employers, at Nottingham Trent University (NTU), you'll find all that and so much more.<br/><br/>They offer a huge range of undergraduate courses that have been created with careers in mind, built in collaboration with industry experts and accrediting bodies, with employer facing work experience included as standard – you’ll be sure to find a course to suit your interest and ambitions. <br/><br/>Choose to study at one of their university sites across Nottingham, and be a part of one of the UK’s top student cities with a reputation for being an affordable and friendly place to live. Or study in a vibrant capital city, at their newest campus in London, right in the creative core of one of the world’s top-ranked student cities. <br/><br/>Ranked 2nd in the UK for Student Life (University Compare 2026) and with NTU's accommodation gurantee, it's a place everyone can call home. Your first year of accommodation in Nottingham is guaranteed if you are offered and accept a place through Clearing (T&Cs apply). <br/><br/>Join NTU this September and enjoy GOLD-rated teaching, long-lasting employability support and incredible extracurricular opportunities at one of the UK’s largest and most applied to universities.<br/><br/>“Studying here has allowed me to challenge my perspectives and think critically. The support from tutors is second to none, and I've grown so much as a person and as a student.”<br/>Mary Jarvis, Psychology