Course Details
Pictures of a female writing notes and two females wearing suits.

HNC Police Studies

SCQF Level 7

The HNC Police Studies is designed to give a confident grounding in the skills and aptitudes required for effective policing and security work. You will also develop an understanding of the issues which impact modern security services and build proficiency and knowledge to prepare you for employment in this challenging and complex work environment.

What You Study

  • Scottish Legal System
  • Exercise Principles and Programming
  • Sociology for Social Care Practice
  • Social Science: Research and Methodology
  • Criminology
  • Creating a Culture of Customer Care
  • Police Studies: Graded Unit Exam
  • Communication
  • Information Technology in Business
  • Personal Development Planning

Duration and Attendance

One Year Full-time or Two Years Part-time

Entry Requirements

One of the following:

  • 1 Higher at Grade C or above in a relevant subject and 3 Standard Grades at Grade 2 or above
  • Relevant NQ/SVQ course comprising 14 units, 4 at level 6

Further Study

Degree level study

Career Opportunities

This course will prepare you for:

  • Application to the Police for a career as a Police Officer*
  • Career in the Custodial Services or Private Security Services
  • A career in youth, community or related voluntary work

*The HNC in Police Studies develops a range of skills and capabilities which will prepare you for the Police Selection Process but cannot guarantee you entry into the Service as you will still have to meet and evidence all requirements of the role.

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Starts Ends Based at Apply
Part Time Day 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online waiting list only
Full Time 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online
Part Time Day 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

© Adam Smith College
St Brycedale Avenue. Kirkcaldy, KY1 1EX
Adam Smith College, Fife is a registered Scottish charity (No. SCO21196)
Web Design by Alienation Digital
developed by Adam Smith College ICT Services