BTEC HNC Level 4 Public Services - Criminology HVJL2 (H4P1UF)

GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 (grade C) or above (or equivalent) and a UCAS Tariff score of 48-64 from a full Level 3 qualification such as an NCFE, BTEC, A Level or an Access course.

This vocational qualification is designed for students with an interest in criminology-based subjects, blended with traditional uniformed services units and outdoor skills that link to a wide range of public service roles.

Learners will gain a broad understanding of the public services sector, including its structure, policies, and preparation procedures. This qualification is ideal for those who are aiming for future leadership or management roles and enjoy applying critical thinking and theory to practice, while working collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

The course will use delivery methods including lectures, seminars, classroom discussions, case studies, group work / projects, presentations, guest speakers and educational visits. There are planned residential study visits to support delivery and unit assessment.

All units will be individually graded as ‘pass’, ‘merit’ or ‘distinction’. To achieve a certain grade for the unit you must meet the assessment criteria set out in the specification. You will be informed of all assessment criteria at the beginning of each new unit via the assignment brief.

The course is continual coursework with typical evidence, including written reports and essays, which will be submitted throughout the year.

There are additional trip fees of £550 for an overseas residential.

Links with employers include: Metropolitan Police, Surrey Fire and Rescue, the Armed Services including the RAF and the British Army.

Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on:

• Assessment and grading
  
• College rules and resources
  
• Student support and representation.
  
  Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students.
  

For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS has published providers on its Register and HRUC (and HCUC as we were known before Jan 2023) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information.

It’s an exciting time to be a higher education student at HRUC, as alongside your course you also have the opportunity and support to become an HRUC Graduate.

As a higher education student at HRUC you will be able to participate in a range of extra-curricular enrichment opportunities and activities to gain essential employability skills to enable you to become even more work-ready. These are additional skills, over and above your main qualification, that will help you to further develop yourself, increase you knowledge and skills and prepare for university or the workplace.

The great news is that the additional skills you gain will not only make you highly employable but they will be recognised and you will be acknowledged for them!

Find out more here.

The course allows the opportunity to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to gain employment in areas such as the police, fire service, armed forces, emergency management, local government, and other related fields.

It can open doors to specialised roles within specific areas of public services. For example, emergency management, leadership and management and criminology.

Whilst studying, students will be encouraged to partake in their own work placement to gain further knowledge and skills required for the industry. The course emphasises the importance for students to maintain focus on coaching and mentoring, as well as reflective practice, to facilitate transition into the workplace and their chosen career.

The course offers students the opportunity to progress to a Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Public Services which is an additional year long course and can be undertaken at Uxbridge College.

After completion of the HND in Public Service there is opportunity for learners to 'Top Up' their degree at various Universities. Typically, programmes include a BCs/BA in Public Services or relevant subjects such as Criminology.

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