First Year Pathway in Law and Policing - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Crime and Investigative Studies

Students will be introduced to the core skills necessary to succeed in higher education, including thinking critically, researching and referencing appropriately, demonstrating appropriate numeracy and ICT skills, and communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Students will also be introduced to specific concepts related to their degree programmes including an introduction to the English legal system, business law, criminal law and the criminal justice system and ethics. Real-world examples of the law in action will be highlighted, and students will practice applying the law to case studies. This course combines crime scene examination and procedures around ISO accreditation with other crime-related subjects, such as policing, intelligence and the law. Students will learn about forensics, policing, the law and the important of a methodical crime-scene process from lecturers with first-hand experience in the field.

One of the few degree programmes accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, this course offers real-world experience through work placements, internships and field trips, and career possibilities in criminal justice, crime analysis, fire investigation, fraud, policing and victim support.