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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Public Services course at Teesside University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
UCAS Tariff
40
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Teesside University. These students are taking Public Services or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Business Studies | B |
| Economics | B |
| Psychology | C |
| Biology | D |
| Law | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L430
Here's what Teesside University says about its Public Services course.
Note: Due to the course delivery location and visa restrictions, this course is NOT available to international students requiring a Student Visa.
Location: This is an award of Teesside University delivered in partnership with Hartlepool College (campus code 5, call 01429 295000).
Course overview: This is a Teesside University award delivered in partnership with Hartlepool College of Further Education. Employment prospects in public services are vast and varied whether in the uniformed or non-uniformed area. This programme integrates work-related experience and the academic knowledge required for a career in public services.
This programme, studied at a local FE college, provides you with a recognised qualification which enhances your opportunities for potential employment within the police and fire services, the armed forces, local government, civil service, education, prison service and ambulance services. The course develops your knowledge and understanding of the relationship between theory and practice in the public services sector, and introduces a variety of analytical approaches and current issues.
Top reasons to study this course
- Access to university facilities: study at your local FE college while enjoying access to Teesside University’s facilities and services on the Middlesbrough campus.
- Build problem-solving skills: develop your analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities by tackling real issues and exploring practical solutions.
- Consider different perspectives: gain a better understanding of different views and beliefs, helping you think critically and communicate effectively.
After the course: This programme will appeal to anyone who is either considering a career in the uniformed public services or who aspires to being involved in a management role in a public services-related career.
Source: Teesside University
Course details
Qualification
Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
Department
Law, Policing and Investigation
Location
Hartlepool College of Further Education | Hartlepool
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Business studies
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Access course information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).
How you will be assessed
Access assessment information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).
Teesside University student reviews
Showing 15 reviews
Graduate
9 months ago
What is student union?
Graduate
9 months ago
What uni life? I got some messages but they lack structure and were about collecting trash on streets
Graduate
9 months ago
I had other opportunities in the USA and Australia, but tried the UK and now I'm suffering.
Graduate
9 months ago
Too busy covering their flaws.
Graduate
9 months ago
What facilities? 1 building in Darlington
Graduate
9 months ago
The quality of education is not existent. Lectures - slides with superficial information, level of primary school, not applicable level, poor, unpracticable and not useful. There is no depth, no engagement, and no real knowledge—just surface-level .ppt that only touches the basics. Basically you wil...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Teesside University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Teesside University students who took the Public Services course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
79%
low
Teaching on my course
79%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
81%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
85%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
75%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
75%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
89%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
87%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
91%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
95%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
69%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
92%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
83%
med
Academic support
91%
med
Academic support
91%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
med
Organisation and management
73%
low
Organisation and management
73%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
72%
low
How well organised is your course?
74%
low
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
94%
high
Student voice
74%
med
Student voice
74%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
61%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
66%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Teesside University. These students are taking Public Services or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Public Services course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Teesside University graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
63%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
83%
In work, study or other activity
80%
Say it fits with future plans
65%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
24%
Business and public service associate professionals
16%
Administrative occupations
12%
Finance Professionals
7%
Managers, directors and senior officials
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
65%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
35%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
5%
Architecture and construction professionals
5%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Teesside University graduates who took Public Services - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£26.6k
First year after graduation
£23.7k
Third year after graduation
£26.3k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Public Services.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
Discussions
Discussions
Students are talking about Teesside University on The Student Room.
Chat with Teesside University
Hello!
Welcome to Teesside University's official rep account. Visit the forum, send us a message or give the Teesside account a follow to ask questions, keep up to date or just have a chat.
Teesside University is in North East England - we love it here...our campus is based in the heart of Middlesbrough, a bustling town in the Tees Valley. We're super close to quirky cafes, chilled out micro pubs, vintage clothes shops and lovely outdoor spaces. We're really proud of our industry and our industrial heritage, but Teesside also has a lot of other things to offer. The Tees Valley is an amazing place to be if you love the outdoors, if you love sport, fitness, culture and the arts. It's a great, friendly place to live and study and our town-centre campus means you're always in the heart of what's happening. Of course you'd expect us to say that - so come and visit us and make your own mind up (check out the open days calendar in our university guide or head to our website for visit info).
You might already know what kind of course you're looking for... if you don't, just visit the Teesside University website and use the course search option to see what's on offer. Teesside University has a broad portfolio of programmes with specialisms in science, technology and engineering, as well as creativity, enterprise and digital innovation. The University also excels in health science and computing.
As you’ll see from our university guide, Teesside Uni has just completed a massive phase of campus investment (with lots more to come) – we love our campus and we’re really proud of our high-spec equipment and resources. Teaching and learning facilities include broadcast studios and computing suites, dedicated health laboratories, customised design workshops, 3D printers, an environmental chamber, a flight simulator, a crime scene house, a full-size ambulance, green screens, and even a replica court room. And our students love our campus heart – this open, outdoor space is used all year round for events and celebrations and it houses our ultra-modern teaching building, The Curve, and the brilliant Student Life building - your first point of call for anything you need help with. Have a look through our guide and galleries to check it all out.
Visit our website, say hello in the forum, give us a follow and feel free to ask questions!
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