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Free Access to HE Policing Course in Hull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA
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About this course

Free Access to HE Policing Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to he policing qualification is designed for adult learners aged 19 or over who want to progress to university. The course runs for one year and builds your academic skills alongside subject-specific policing modules. You'll need GCSE grade C or grade 4 in English, or a Level 2 equivalent, to apply. It's a recognised university access course, accepted by UK universities in place of A Levels.

Who this course is for

Access courses are for adult learners, aged over 19 years to enable them to gain entry into university. The course is structured to enable learners to build up their academic skills, alongside studying subject specific modules, and is assessed through course work. The courses comprises of taught sessions with online support materials available through the college online portal Canvas. For entry onto all Diplomas a minimum of GCSE grade C/4 in English, level 2 equivalencies will be considered on a case by case basis. There are currently 3 Diplomas on offer. Law and Business, in which you will study modules of law and business.

Entry requirements

Maths and English at 4(C) or above In addition: strong work ethic, commitment to attend, and plans to progress into Higher Education

What you will learn

  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills to university-entry standard.
  • You'll study policing-related topics including law, criminology, and the justice system.
  • You'll build critical thinking skills through essay and coursework tasks.
  • You'll learn how to analyse evidence and construct arguments.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how policing and criminal justice operate in the UK.

How you will learn

You'll attend taught classroom sessions at Hull College. Online support materials are available through the college's Canvas portal to back up your in-class learning. Assessment is entirely through coursework. There are no written exams. You'll build a portfolio of assignments across the year that demonstrate your knowledge and academic skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police constable. Entry-level role with a UK police force.
  • Police community support officer. Visible community policing support role.
  • Probation officer. Supporting offenders through the justice system.
  • Prison officer. Custody and rehabilitation work in the prison service.
  • Border Force officer. Immigration and customs enforcement at UK borders.
  • Crime analyst. Research and intelligence support for police teams.

What you could study next

This Diploma is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements in place of A Levels. You could progress to a policing degree, a criminology degree, or a criminal justice degree. Some universities also offer policing-specific professional degree apprenticeships. If you're considering a policing career, a degree in policing studies or criminology is a strong next step before applying to a force.

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