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    Criminology, Policing and Criminal Law

    As a Criminology, Policing and Criminal Law student, you know how important it is to protect the public. You are a practical and logical thinker, looking to develop your skills and start a fulfilling career in the protection services.


    A Criminology, Policing and Criminal Law degree at Newcastle College University Centre will give you the foundation you need to kick-start your career in industry. Our practical courses are taught by former police officers and criminal justice workers, and have close links to industry specialists such as the Northumbria Police Crime Commissioner, the Violence Reduction Unit, British Transport Police and a range of North East law firms.

    If you want a fulfilling and challenging career in a vital industry, start your journey with us.

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    What can I study?

    FdSc Criminology, Policing And Criminal Law

    Study policing, youth justice, prison services and the criminal prosecution service to learn the skills you need to work within a variety of roles within the criminal justice system. 

    Length: 2 years
    Study: Full-Time
    Start date: 8th September 2025
    Location: Rye Hill Campus

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    BSc (Hons) Criminology and Policing (Top Up)

    The BSc (Hons) Criminology and Policing (Top-up) focuses on advanced, specialised areas of policing and criminology and provides more focused, in-depth study designed to underpin your theoretical understanding with real-world applications.

    Length: 1 year
    Study: Full-Time
    Start date: 8th September 2025
    Location: Rye Hill Campus

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    BSc (Hons) Criminology and Law (Top Up)

    Building on the core principles from criminology and law, this Level 6 program allows you to deepen your expertise in specific areas of law and criminology.

    Length: 1 year
    Study: Full-Time
    Start date: 8th September 2025
    Location: Rye Hill Campus

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    Meet our staff and students

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    Ben Miller

    BSc (Hons) Professional Policing

    "The whole course leads you to joining the police, in literally every way possible. The course's environment is made to help you move on after your degree."
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    James Hare

    BSc (Hons) Professional Policing

    "It's not just sort of going out there and dealing with something. It's understanding the background why people commit crimes and gives you a lot more of a head start on people that haven't done it, I think."
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    Brandon James Edwards-Jary

    BSc Professional Policing

    "I first came to Newcastle College when I was 16. I’d left school with no qualifications at all as I’d been let down by the system. I have autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia and I don’t think they knew what to do with me. My dream from the start was to become a police officer. The tutors here are so supportive. They've been behind me every step of the way, making sure I get through my courses and succeed. If you’d said to me, say five years ago, that I’d be graduating with a degree this year, I’d have laughed at you, but here I am!"

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    David Lee

    FdA Police and Criminal Justice

    "I decided the career that I wanted to pursue was in policing. After researching the requirements, I found that a degree was necessary. The modules in this course really stood out to me as I felt they were relevant and interesting."

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    What can I do with a qualification in Policing?

    Barristers and Judges Legal Secretaries

    Daily tasks:

    • Conducts trials according to rules of procedure, announces the verdict and passes sentence and/or awards costs and damages.
    • Hears, reads and evaluates evidence, and instructs or advises the jury on points of law or procedure.
    • Drafts pleadings and questions in preparation for court cases, appears in court to present evidence to the judge and jury, cross examines witnesses and sums up why the court should decide in their client.
    • Advises client on the basis of legal knowledge, research and past precedent as to whether to proceed with legal action.
    • Becomes acquainted with the facts of a case through reading statements, law reports, and consulting with clients or other professionals.

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    Daily tasks:

    • Sorts and files correspondence and carries out general clerical work.
    • Delivers and collects documents.
    • Attends meetings and keeps records of proceedings.
    • Answers enquiries and directs clients to appropriate experts.
    • Maintains court and clients.
    • Types letters and legal documents such as wills and contracts.

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