Policing, Law Enforcement and Security MSc

This course is designed for students with an academic or professional background in Policing, Law Enforcement and Security or related subject who wish to pursue further study and research into topics of contemporary interest.

This course is designed for students with an academic/professional background in policing, law enforcement and security or related subject who wish to pursue further study and research into topics of contemporary interest. Those completing this MSc will have become competent and independent minded, and be able to use these skills in the law enforcement sector or elsewhere.

Why study this course with us?

This course incorporates and addresses the subjects that are a significant threat and challenge to contemporary society and are priority areas for policing, law enforcement and security organisations.

We draw on the extensive practitioner experience of the academic teaching team supplemented by serving practitioners from specialist law enforcement agencies, including the Police Service, National Crime Agency and the North West Counter Terrorism Unit, in order to provide a unique and complementary learning environment. Our lecturers bring their subject to life by referring to real-world scenarios.

The course can be studied on a full-time basis over one year or on a part-time basis over two years,

• Applicants need a minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent in policing, law enforcement and security related subject. Credit exemption may be given for certified or experiential learning taken during the previous five years.

• 6.5 (Min 5.5 in each sub-skill)

• For those who do not have IELTS or an acceptable in-country English language qualification, the University of Chester has developed its own

   

  online English language test which applicants can take for

   

  just £50.

The MSc in Policing, Law Enforcement, and Security was designed with consultation from policing, law enforcement, and security agencies to meet the key knowledge requirements of professionals in these fields. The course offers graduates a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of these fields in contemporary society. The University's Careers and Employability service offers various employability-enhancing experiences, including curriculum, employer contact, tailored group sessions, and individual information. The service is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed, and tailored to individual goals, enabling students to develop as individuals and contribute to their community. The service also provides access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular workshops, and practical assistance with career planning, including CVs, applications, and mock interviews. Graduates and students can use these services free of charge for up to two years after graduation.