Policing & Protective Services

With structured employment, great pay and progression, working in the public services sector offers suitable candidates a rewarding and varied career path in a number of different arenas.

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Degree-level Study in Policing & Protective Services at B&FC

Whether you're interested in working on the front line in the police, armed forces or emergency services or in a supporting role behind the scenes, our courses in policing and protective services prepare you for careers that are as varied as they are personally rewarding. You gain a real sense of what is involved from guest lectures delivered by those already working in the industry together with demonstrations by and visits to relevant organisations.

Offering structured progression opportunities and good job security, this route is an excellent choice for anyone who likes working as part of a team and who works well in a field where literally no two days are the same. 

Here are a few key reasons to study for Policing & Protective Services degree-level qualification in Blackpool:

  • Career-focused course content to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours you need to progress
  • Taught by tutors who have previously worked in the sector
  • Guest lectures, site visits and an active programme of course enrichment
  • Strong links to various organisations to help you secure your first graduate role
     

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Career Potential
  • Prison and Probation Work
  • Policing
  • Emergency Services
  • Armed Forces
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  • Degrees awarded with Lancaster University
  • Guest lectures from employers offer key insights into working practices within the sector
  • Average starting salary of £31,000

Explore Our Degree-level Courses in Policing & Protective Services

Course TitleStart Date
Protective Services - Certificate of Higher Education07 Sep 2026
Protective Services - Foundation Degree07 Sep 2026
Protective Services - Foundation Degree (Progression from Cert HE)07 Sep 2026
Professional Policing - BA Hons Degree07 Sep 2026

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Student Case Study - Justin

Why did you decide to study this qualification?

I did the Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications at the College and did really well so I thought why not go one extra and do the degree course too.

Why did you choose B&FC?

As I was already a student here, it made sense just to continue.

What have been the benefits of studying here?

The tutors are really supportive and the smaller class sizes have made such a difference. Everyone gets more one-to-one time which I know wouldn't be the case if I'd gone elsewhere.

What's Next?

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