COURSE CURRICULUM

The BA (Hons) Professional Policing degree at Liverpool John Moores University provides a comprehensive blend of academic knowledge and practical skills to prepare students for careers in policing. In the first year, students build a strong foundation in policing principles, including an introduction to policing, academic and study skills, criminal law, practice and procedure, policing standards, governance and accountability, evidence-based policing, and the broader criminal justice system. These modules ensure that students develop a clear understanding of the legal, ethical, and operational frameworks of contemporary policing. In the second year, the focus shifts to applying these principles in real-world contexts, covering research methods, victimology, community policing, information and intelligence gathering, offender management, and policing specific areas such as roads and public spaces. This stage emphasizes analytical thinking, problem-solving, and practical engagement with policing scenarios. In the final year, students undertake a research project and advanced modules in career development, employability, conducting investigations, and response policing, including leadership and team-working skills. This combination of theory, applied practice, and personal development ensures that graduates leave the program equipped with the knowledge, practical experience, and professional competencies required to succeed in police constabularies and related law enforcement careers, making them highly employable and ready to contribute effectively to public safety.