Policing, Psychology and Investigations with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Policing, Psychology and Investigations with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Why study Policing, Psychology and Investigations at Liverpool John Moores University?
• Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
• Access to our innovative Crime Scene Suite facilities for practical scenario-based learning
• Practical exercises and worked-based learning at the renowned Emergency Services Training Centre in Birkenhead (off-campus)
• Thought-provoking modules both reflect and challenge current policing practices and debates
• Opportunities for graduate member...
<strong>Why study Policing, Psychology and Investigations at Liverpool John Moores University?</strong><br/>• Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access to our innovative Crime Scene Suite facilities for practical scenario-based learning<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Practical exercises and worked-based learning at the renowned Emergency Services Training Centre in Birkenhead (off-campus)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Thought-provoking modules both reflect and challenge current policing practices and debates<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities for graduate membership to the British Psychological Society (BPS)<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>About your course</strong><br/>This degree will engage you in the key strategies for effective crime scene management and both the process and psychology of investigation.<br/><br/>Designed for those who are seeking a career in policing, the wider law enforcement sector, or associated fields in the criminal justice system. You will be introduced to policing and investigation practice and procedure, and criminal law.<br/><br/>Students have access to the Crime Scene Suite to explore crime scene perspectives and investigate approaches. <br/><br/>You will learn about Cognitive and Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, and Individual Differences and the approaches needed to protect both vulnerable people and the management of offenders.<br/><br/>Students also have the opportunity to combine their studies with service by volunteering as a Special Constable.<br/><br/>You will be taught at Mount Pleasant Campus in the Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing, a pioneering research centre for interdisciplinary law enforcement, and is licensed by the College of Policing to deliver degree programmes.<br/><br/><strong>Foundation Year</strong><br/><br/>The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the Policing, Psychology and Investigations honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year (level 3) you will progress directly onto the first year (level 4) of the honours degree.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Mount Pleasant Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
MPPF
Institution Code
L51
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
72
Scottish Higher
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.
Access to HE Diploma
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy and Science. GCSE Equivalences accepted for English Language and Mathematics Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and o
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
MMP
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points.
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life (Core Maths)
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points.
A level
D,D,D
T Level
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £17,750 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |












































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