Policing & Security Transformation

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 in a HEA Undergraduate degree or have been awarded a Postgraduate degree.

Candidates who do not meet the above criteria will be reviewed on a case by case basis and will be required to demonstrate they have relevant professional experience (e.g. in areas including, or such as policing or security) for a minimum of at least three years relevant professional experience AND relevant CPD will be considered on a ‘case by case’ basis and may be required to attend an interview.

CCCU IELTS for Standard PGT courses apply.

CCCU Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process apply.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The MSc Policing and Security Transformation is specifically designed for working professionals in the policing and security industries. The course is delivered over six study weekends per year as well as online lectures, allowing you to complete this master’s course part-time over two years and balance work, life, and your studies.

The course takes a unique approach and is designed with a clear focus on transformation to support your progression or diversification aspirations - ideal given the current landscape of policing and security, which increasingly focuses on accredited learning and qualifications. Whether you would like to work towards career progression or you would like to diversify into different areas/sectors, this course will enable you to gain the necessary applied knowledge.

You will study key topics including leadership, organisational change, public trust, ‘futures’ of the industries such as impact of AI, collaborative working and data management. You will also have the opportunity to apply your learning in a work-based learning module. The dissertation module enables to you dig deep into a specialist area you are truly passionate about. Throughout the course you will be guided by highly qualified academics and experts within the field.

Our research centre, Canterbury Centre for Policing Research, will enable you to always be up to date with current research, as well as providing networking opportunities. The course is designed with your professional background in mind and a feedback loop between your organisation and CCCU can be established to inform feedback choices.

Fees and funding