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The Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Public Services (RQF) is a 240-credit vocational degree-level qualification taught on campus in central London. It is equivalent to the first two years of an honours degree and is designed…

Tuition
£9,575/yr
Duration
2 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from ucdg.ac.uk, updated 3 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Public Services (RQF) is a 240-credit vocational degree-level qualification taught on campus in central London. It is equivalent to the first two years of an honours degree and is designed in partnership with employers across the uniformed and non-uniformed public sector. The programme blends applied criminology with public-service practice — criminal law, ethics, mental health, terrorism, organised crime, forensic methods and a substantial research project — preparing you for frontline roles or further study. Successful graduates progress directly into uniformed and community public-service roles, or top up to a BSc (Hons) at one of our partner universities — typically the BSc Criminology & Criminal Justice top-up, entering Year 3.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

At DGHE, we review applications individually, considering each applicant’s unique circumstances. Whether you hold a UK qualification, possess work experience or have obtained qualifications from overseas, we are open to discussing your application and exploring potential pathways for admission. We’ll look at the complete picture when it comes to your application; just get in touch with our admissions team at admissions@dghe.ac.uk, who will be able to advise you. Examples of accepted qualifications A level standard or overseas equivalent Or other UK level 3 qualifications (e.g. Foundation Diploma, Access to HE Certificate, a BTEC Diploma/National, Advanced GNVQ or AVCE) Or Overseas Qualifications equivalent to Level 3 (e.g. Diploma de Baccalaureate, Brandos Atestas, Ensino Medio, etc.) For more information on accepted international qualifications, visit our designated page. Non-standard qualifications & Mature applicants We encourage mature students who are 21 years of age or older to apply. At DGHE, we value mature students’ diverse experiences and perspectives. While some entry requirements may still apply for this programme, we welcome applicants with relevant work experiences and carefully consider each one individually. English Language Requirements: Applicants who hold a Level 3 qualification taught and assessed in the UK, are not required to take an English language test. IELTS 5.5 / 4/C in English GCSE / Functional Skills Level 2

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Mental Health and Wellbeing15 Credits
Theories of Crime15 Credits
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Ethics15 Credits
Exploring Public Services15 Credits
Criminal Law and Justice Systems15 Credits
Planning a Public Services Project15 Credits
Crime and the Media15 Credits
Terrorism and Counterterrorism 15 Credits

Year 2

Justice, Punishment and Rehabilitation15 Credits
Serious and Organised Crime15 Credits
Professional Development15 Credits
Cyber Security 15 Credits
Application of Sociological Theory in Public Services15 Credits
Research Project15 Credits
Forensic Methods and Applications15 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
3 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the David Game Higher Education website available at ucdg.ac.uk on 3 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with David Game Higher Education; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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