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HND - Higher National Diploma
David Game College
Full Time
JAN
2 years
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HND - Higher National Diploma
David Game College
Full Time
JAN
2 years
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Course Structure
This course is designed to meet the needs of students wishing to pursue a career in the Public Services sector, most notably the Police Service, Criminal Intelligence, Major Crime Investigation, Crime Analytics, Justice Services such as in Probation / Youth Justice, Security Services Personnel and other Criminal Justice support agencies. You will develop a firm understanding of the Justice system and criminology, human psychology and sociology, diversity, health & safety and your own personal efficiency and development in all situations where crime and criminal services specialists are employed.
The Pearson BTEC Level 4 & 5 HNC/D in Public Services provides a specialist, work-related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for the Public Services sector. There are opportunities for further study and career options.
At the end of your course, you will have a recognised qualification which will aid progression into employment in the public services with a particular focus on crime and criminal justice along with other careers that require a disciplined but caring approach. It also offers career progression and professional development for those already in employment.
On successful completion of the HND, there is an opportunity to complete a third year ‘top-up’ with us studying a level 6 BSc (Hons) Criminology & Criminal Justice programme which is delivered in partnership with the University of Gloucestershire. Alternatively, the HND could lead you onto a suitable degree at another provider or graduate entry to selective institutions.
This course provides:
Assessment
To gain the HND each module must be successfully completed. Assessment is by a combination of coursework, assignments, projects or an examination. All assessments are externally verified by Pearson. Most units on the BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) level courses are worth 15 UK credits. Students will be expected to commit at least 150 notional hours towards completing the learning outcomes per unit. This usually consists of a combination of around 60% direct teaching time and around 40% independent study time (e.g. preparations for research and assessments, background reading, etc.).
Progression
On successful completion of the Level 5 course, students are entitled to continue their studies at the university level. Through a collaborative agreement with the University of Gloucestershire, HND graduates will be able to continue with their studies at DGHE Centre to study the Top-up in Criminology & Criminal Justice.
Careers
On successful completion of this 2 year course, students will have strong career prospects in diverse areas of the Public Sector including:
Exam type
A levelA level:
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Access to HE Diploma:
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma:
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Students need A level standard or overseas equivalent.
Other UK level 3 qualifications (e.g. Foundation Diploma, Access to HE Certificate, a BTEC Diploma/National, Advanced GNVQ or AVCE)
Other UK level 3 qualifications (e.g. Foundation Diploma, Access to HE Certificate, a BTEC Diploma/National, Advanced GNVQ or AVCE)
Students living in
England
£8,900 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
Students from International
DGHE is not currently enrolling international students.
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