Public Services HNC (with a focus on Law, Criminology, Psychology and Sociology)

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Please contact Bury College Admissions to apply for this course

Attendance

Full time

Duration

1 year

Intake

September only

This course offers you the opportunity to study a BTEC Higher Nationals in Public Services which will help you develop as a professional, self-reflecting individual who

can meet the demands of employers in the public services sector. The course will support you in the ever-changing world of the public services, focusing on integrated emergency management, serious organised crime, terrorism and counter terrorism.

The Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Public Services consists of modules covering all aspects of Protective Services from Mental Health and Wellbeing to Counter Terrorism. The course has been set out to give you the best possible starting point to enter into your chosen Public Service, giving not only the theoretical knowledge to succeed but the practical skills too.

The course places an emphasis on understanding people, communities and the law with a focus on practical skills to enter into the Public Services. The course will be assessed by coursework assignments with research tasks.

· Mental Health and Wellbeing

· Public Services in Contemporary Society

· Fitness Prep and Testing

· Integrated Emergency Management

· Outdoor Skills Development

· Organisational Structures and Culture

· Equality, Diversity, and Fair Treatment

· Terrorism and Counter-terrorism

This HNC is coursework based which has no examinations. You will be assessed through a variety of written and in some cases verbal tasks. This assessment method has benefited those who feel less comfortable with exams.

The degree is delivered by lecturers with a wide range of Public Service experience. You will also benefit from well established links within the Public Services including Fire Service, Police Service, Prison Service and the Armed Forces. To enhance the programme there is an opportunity to participate in a study visit programme which includes overseas visits to destinations such as Krakow in Poland. Various guest speakers provide a wealth of knowledge to support your studies and future employment.

Upon completion of this course you may choose to complete a top-up degree in a related subject to gain a full honours degree, or you could pursue employment in Civil Protection, Crime and Criminal Justice, Public Service Management or the Blue Light Services.

You may also choose to progress directly into industry in a range of public services such as the police, fire and rescue, prison, ambulance, HM revenue and customs areas or in the armed forces such as the Royal Navy, Army or Royal Air Force.

Positive Futures is a set of essential qualities, embedded throughout your study programme, that we seek to develop in all students:

Commitment
Collaboration
Confidence
Resilience

You will also engage in the Positive Futures Careers Programme, developing key employability skills through a diverse range of activities including work placements, volunteering, employer talks, industry study visits and employment and university fairs.

64 UCAS points or equivalent in a Level 3 qualification. You should also have five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (A*-C) including English. The University Centre will also consider applicants who have passed a Kitemarked Access to Higher Education course (equivalent to 64 UCAS points). You may also be required to attend an interview and/or assessment. If you do not have the standard entry requirements but have the relevant work experience or an alternative qualification you may still be eligible for the course.

The majority of students will be able to access a Tuition Fee Loan from Student Finance England to pay their HE Course Fee.

Self-funding students may pay in 3 instalments in September (25%), January (25%) and April (50%).

Course Fee: £8,250.00 per year

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