Public Services BSc (Hons) Top-up Level 6 BA/BSc

The Public Services BSc (Hons) Top-up Level 6 is awarded by the University of Derby and is designed to provide an excellent progression route and develop the knowledge youve already gained on your HND or Foundation Degree in public services with a further stage of study which results in a full honours degree.<br/><br/>Throughout this course, you will gain the knowledge and understanding needed to succeed in various public services roles. You will develop an enhanced understanding of psychological and sociological theories that explain criminal behaviour, including individual influences and socio-economic factors. You will gain deeper knowledge of different perspectives on intimate partner abuse, its impact on victims, and the responses of relevant agencies to such incidents. This course aims to prepare you for professional roles in public services, such as law enforcement, social work, victim support, and community outreach, by fostering your skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and effective communication.<br/><br/>As a University of Derby partner student, you will have access to the university’s virtual learning environment, including University of Derby Online (UDO) and online journals and texts, as well as library facilities.