Applied Policing Studies (In-Service)

With an introduction to key concepts and theories, as well as methods of analysis, within policing studies and criminology, youll develop the theoretical and practical knowledge to operate at a high standard in modern policing. Your existing understanding of the scope of policing, its unique elements, and the particular challenges facing the profession will be developed, allowing you to place policing practices and policies in a wider criminological and sociological context, and reflect on their implications.

Youll also acquire skills to critically analyse, evaluate and undertake research, and develop practical initiatives to improve policing performance.

The online element of your course includes pre-recorded lectures and guest lectures; tools such as blogs that allow you to interact critically; quizzes; discussion boards; and group work such as research tasks and developing online briefings and presentations. All your online work is supported by learning materials on Canvas the first point of contact for our students.

Meanwhile, the face-to-face sessions are a chance to meet fellow students, build friendships and expand your professional network. Theyll also give you opportunities to arrange individual supervision, and attend live seminars and guest lectures.

We'll encourage you to develop your skills as an independent learner and researcher, with evidence-based policing and research skills embedded across the whole degree. Our optional modules allow you to specialise in areas of interest such as vulnerability, digital policing, organised crime or counter-terrorism.

Your studies will be further enhanced by our Policing Institute for the Eastern Region (PIER). Based in Chelmsford, PIER forms a hub for our policing projects, and organises regular lectures as well other networking events.

Academic entry requirements

for students coming from Jordan to ARU

For entry to a bachelor’s degree (year 1), we will consider the following qualifications:

For entry to a master’s degree, we will consider the following qualifications:

The above is a guide only and not all qualifications are listed. There may be additional course requirements, such specific subjects or grades, a portfolio or an interview, for example. These requirements will be detailed on each individual course page.

If you don't hold one of the qualifications above, ARU College can help. ARU College provides foundation, first year and pre-Masters courses designed to prepare you for entry to your chosen degree.

If English is not your first language you will need to be able to show you have the required level of English language. This is so we can ensure you'll be able to follow your course.

• Our standard entry criteria for undergraduate courses is IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing).
• Our standard entry criteria for postgraduate taught and postgraduate research courses is IELTS 6.5, with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing).

If you don't meet our English language requirements, our Language Centre offers a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry onto a degree course.

Our Language Centre also offers the English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT) in the UK and overseas. Check our events page for dates or contact our country managers for more information.