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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L435
Professional Policing
University of DerbyDerby, England
3 yearsDuration
£16,900Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
75%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Derby, the BA (Hons) Professional Policing provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in law. Based in Derby, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. BA (Hons) Professional Policing A policing career demands skill, responsibility, leadership and initiative – together with a genuine desire to make a difference to society. Our innovative BA (Hons) Professional Policing prepares you for one of the most challenging professions of all. Why choose this course? Studying on our BA (Hons) Professional Policing, you will study a wide range of theoretical and legislative subjects and gain the knowledge you need for a rewarding career in the police service. You’ll prepare for the fast-moving world of policing by following a curriculum... International tuition fees are £16,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 75% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.
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BA (Hons) Professional Policing
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UCAS Code:L435
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC |
| UCAS Points | 106 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,900
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£50,700
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for 2026/27 academic year
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Derby
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,500 | £27,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £20,500 | £25,500 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £25,000 | £32,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 18% below UK average salary
This course
£20,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH16-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
85%Working
15%Work & Study
35%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
75%
Overall
Teaching on my course
75%Learning opportunities
68%Assessment and feedback
74%Academic support
89%Organisation and management
72%Learning resources
75%Student voice
70%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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