Our Courses

Foundation Degree in Security and Risk Management

Foundation degrees are particular types of degrees that are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge that businesses are looking for. They can offer a route into higher education for a wide range of students from many different backgrounds.

The Foundation Degree in Security and Risk Management is equivalent to the first two years of a Bachelors Degree (240 credits). It can lead straight to a job, or prepare you for developing your professional skills in the future. Students who graduate from our Foundation Degree in Security and Risk Management have the opportunity to continue studying with us to achieve a full Bachelors Degree in Security and Risk Management. 

Next step: Read more about the Foundation Degree in Security and Risk Management

BA in Security and Risk Management

The BA in Security and Risk Management is a top-up course available to those who have already completed the Foundation Degree with us. It enables you to gain the additional 120 credits that are required to achieve a Bachelors Degree.

• Please note that the BA is only available to those who have already completed the Foundation Degree in Security and Risk Management.

Next step: Read more about the BA in Security and Risk Management

Why Study via Distance Learning at Leicester?

Our courses are designed to attract mid-career professionals who are looking to add an academic dimension to their professional profile. Studying by distance learning has the benefit of allowing you to develop your career without having to leave employment. It also means that you can apply new knowledge and insights to your working life while you are still studying. At the Department of Criminology, distance learning is part of our core educational provision and our programmes are flexible, high quality and focussed on you and your needs.

Next step: Read more about the benefits of studying via distance learning 

Further Information

If you require further information about the distance learning undergraduate programmes please visit our Frequently Asked Questions section. You can also download a pdf of our distance learning brochure or request to be sent an information pack and prospectus in the post by following the link below.

We understand that choosing a degree programme and university is a difficult decision so please do not hesitate to get in touch with the Department if you have any further questions. Please contact our Admissions Administrator:

• Tel: + 44 (0) 116 252 3946/2458
• Email: criminology@le.ac.uk

Next step: Request an information pack and prospectus