Bachelor of Policing and Public Safety

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.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Online

Online/Off-campus - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A
55

Port Macquarie

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A
55

Structure

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.

Entry requirements

  • 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.

Study Pathways

Charles Sturt University frequently recognises prior learning including study at other institutions in many of its degrees. Each request for credit is individually assessed prior to the commencement of the course.

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