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Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services Level 3

at University of Derby, Derby · university

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

This course is aimed at 16-19-year-olds, interested in pursuing a career in the uniformed and protective services. You may be a cadet or been unsuccessful in the interview/application/medical/fitness stage with the Armed Forces Careers Offices (AFCO) and would benefit from doing this course in order to progress in your chosen career. Otherwise, you may be unsure which uniformed service you wish to follow or simply not yet ready for the training. The Level 3 Uniformed and Protective Services course is designed to provide a detailed insight into a wide range of jobs, both in the public and private sectors. It will provide you with valuable employability skills, such as, leadership and teamwork, to enable you to pursue a career in one of these sectors. With this qualification you could look forward to a future career as a Police Officer, Fire Fighter or in the Army, Royal Marines, Royal Navy or RAF

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including maths and English.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • BUXTON CAMPUS

    1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, SK17 6RY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Buxton

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