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Policing and Criminology - Level 3

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time£3,301

What the college says

Policing is a hugely challenging and rewarding career that keeps communities safe and helps prevents crime across the UK. Having a career within the Policing is a compelling choice for young people and it provide them with an ever changing environment to keep the streets safe. The purpose of this qualification is to provide specialist knowledge, skills and understanding relating to working in the police force in areas such as career aspirations, leadership skills and equality, diversity and inclusion, which can be applied to current or future employment. The content has been developed with employers, subject experts and Tutors to ensure that it's relevant to the real world and meets the need of employers. The L3 Route to Policing is an excellent stepping stone onto the Professional Policing Degree (B. A. Hons) at Blackpool and the Fylde College or a Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship. This qualification is designed to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of the principles of policing and to allow them to explore the various avenues of work within it. It will also allow learners to gain transferable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further study. The Protective Services part of the qualification is designed to be the substantive part of a 16-19 study programme for learners who want a strong core of sector study and a focus on the Uniformed Protective Services. As part of your Programme of Study you will complete a L3 Certificate in Policing and a L

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English or maths grade 4 or above OR Level 2 vocational qualification in relevant subject and English or Maths grade 4 or above (Students can re-sit English or Maths GCSE alongside this course) PlusA successful discussion with a tutorThe ability to study independentlyA genuine interest in the subjectGood communication skillsHardworking approach towards the industry

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

  • BISPHAM CAMPUS

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Ashfield Road, Blackpool, FY2 0HB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Blackpool

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