Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme

The Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme is aimed at those who have an undergraduate degree in any subject.

Applicants who are graduating in the summer of 2024 are able to apply with predicted grades. 

You will work towards a Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice whilst you train as a Police Officer, making a difference to Sussex’s communities. You will also sit the National Investigators’ Examination to become a fully accredited Detective.

As a Detective, you will hold one of the most vital roles within our community. The public face of Sussex Police, you will ensure we’re fulfilling our commitment to protecting our communities, catching criminals and delivering an outstanding service to victims, witnesses and the public. You could find yourself working in our Criminal Investigations Department (CID), dealing with crimes such as fraud, robbery and serious assaults. Or you may join one of our Safeguarding Investigations Units (SIU); protecting the most vulnerable adults and children from abuse and exploitation. Once accredited, you have the opportunity to work within Major Crime, investigating serious crimes such as homicides, or with our Serious Organised Crime Unit tackling high-level drug importation. No two cases, or days, are the same as a detective.