The Level 4 units lay the foundation of learning by providing a broad introduction to Policing. This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing students for specialist subjects at Level 5 or to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility. Students will gain a wide range of Policing knowledge linked to practical skills obtained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. Students are involved in vocational activities that help them to develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for a competence) and transferable skills. Transferable skills are those such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and in the workplace. By the end of Level 4 study, students will have sound knowledge of the basic concepts of law enforcement along with building trust within communities. They will be competent in a range of subject-specific skills as well as in general skills and qualities relevant to these key areas of Policing.
The units all worth 15 credits are:
The course is delivered through a combination of classroom teaching, practical workshops, guest speakers and independent learning/self-study.
The course is delivered over one academic year.
You will achieve a Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate qualification, but a student must have:
? completed units equivalent to 120 credits at Level 4 (all 8 units successfully achieved with a minimum pass grade) and
? achieved at least a Pass in 105 credits (at least 7 units successfully achieved) at Level 4
Learners will be awarded a pass, merit or distinction qualification grade by the aggregation of points gained through the successful achievement of individual units.
The course is 100% coursework assessment which will be ongoing assessments throughout each module and the course. Summative assessment methods include:
Assessment is enhanced by encouraging the students to use technology e.g. digital cameras, flip videos, analysis software to augment their presentational work.
Full-time applications should be submitted via UCAS using the following codes:
Course Code: PS01
Institution Code: S26
Campus Code: Main Site - Blossomfield
Standard offer: 48 UCAS Tariff Points or PPP profile preferably in a relevant subject
A Levels: EEE preferably in a relevant subject
T-Levels: Pass (with D or E on the core) preferably in a relevant subject
BTEC: PP or PPP preferably in a relevant subject
UCAS Tariff: 48 UCAS Tariff Points preferably in a relevant subject
Access to Higher Education: 60 Credits overall with 45 Credits at level 3 with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff Points in a related subject
Level 3 Apprenticeship: Successfully achieve an advanced apprenticeship in a relevant subject.
GCSE/IGCSE English Language grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent. GCSE/IGCSE Maths grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent
English Language Requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers or who have not studied the final two years of school in English but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualifications may be considered as eligible to apply for the programme.
Contextual Offer
Standard offer: 32 UCAS Tariff Points or PP profile preferably in a relevant subject
A Levels: EEE preferably in a relevant subject
T-Levels: Pass (with D or E on the core) preferably in a relevant subject
BTEC: PP preferably in a relevant subject
UCAS Tariff: 32 UCAS Tariff Points preferably in a relevant subject
Access to Higher Education: 60 Credits overall with 45 Credits at level 3 with a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff Points in a related subject
Level 3 Apprenticeship: Successfully achieve an advanced apprenticeship in a relevant subject.
GCSE/IGCSE English Language grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent. GCSE/IGCSE Maths grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent
Find out more about contextualised offers at https://www.solihull.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/contextualised-admissions-policy-higher-education.pdf https://www.ucas.com/applying/before-you-apply/what-and-where-to-study/entry-requirements/calculate-your-ucas-tariff-points
Work-based: e.g.
Equal consideration is given to mature applicants who have relevant interest, background or experience and wish to apply to Solihull College & University Centre.
Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) are welcomed in accordance with the Solihull College Admissions Policy. Any student wishing to apply for RPL or RPEL should first speak to the Programme Coordinator and provide a full transcript of the work to be considered. The Programme Coordinator will then map the learning outcomes for the previously completed study to those of the programme and make a recommendation to the APL/APEL Committee.
Please budget up to £200 per year to attend any trips that are part of the course, trips are not mandatory.
If you need to re-take a module due to non-achievement, this will also incur a cost.
You may be eligible for the Solihull College Higher Education Bursary (a non-repayable bursary of £1000 to help towards study). For details of eligibility criteria and how to apply see https://sway.cloud.microsoft/fYJIIFPhCwEYgO4E?ref=Link
Full time students with dependants may wish to review the government's Childcare Grant https://www.gov.uk/childcare-grant and Parent's Learning Allowance https://www.gov.uk/parents-learning-allowance Please read our full terms and conditions https://www.solihull.ac.uk/uni-level-learner/policies-and-applicant-information/
Internal Progression onto Level 5 HND Public Services Policing
Blossomfield Campus
Sept-2026
Various
TBC
£6701
610/5325/9
Full Time
