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Bachelor of Policing and Public Safety

ProviderCharles Sturt University
Course code: SIA-84411UniversityStudy area: Creative ArtsCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Think policing, think the Bachelor of Policing and Public Safety from Charles Sturt University. Its your opportunity to prepare for a career in a dynamic and exciting profession. This degree is available online and on campus and has been designed in collaboration with the police to provide a solid foundation of knowledge and skills for those wishing to enter this constantly evolving field. In particular, for those wishing to join the NSW Police Force (you must be an Australian citizen or permanent Australian resident and meet NSW Police Force requirements), this degree offers the opportunity to complete the bachelors while also completing the Associate Degree in Policing Practice.

Entry requirements

Review the available standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum ATAR 55 required (including adjustment factors).

  • Successful study at University level of at least two subjects in any area, provided the subjects are full university level.
  • A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate III or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO) - or equivalent.
  • A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent.
  • Partial completion of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma, of at least 50% from a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO) - or equivalent.
  • Work experience of at least two years full time or equivalent, in a related industry to the course, such as law enforcement, human services, corrections or justice administration, demonstrated by a detailed resume.
English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 169, no component below 162Cambridge C2 Proficiency 169, no component below 162IELTS Academic 6, no band below 5.5PTE Academic 50, no component below 42TOEFL iBT 60, no component below 15

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

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