Policía

The Dirección de Educación Policial, also known as the Universidad Policial de Colombia, is a public higher education institution that develops the knowledge, skills, and professional commitment of Colombia’s National Police. Its educational approach emphasizes ethics, human rights, applied research, academic quality, and service to society. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including professional, specialist, master’s, and doctoral studies, as well as mandatory courses designed to strengthen competencies across police roles and career stages.

Its academic and training network includes faculties, research and innovation centres, language and virtual education services, and police schools focused on initial training, specializations, aviation, canine handling, criminal investigation, and other areas. The institution also provides professional development, international academic opportunities, extension and community outreach, and support for graduates. Through its library network, virtual campus, publications, institutional museum, and educational resources, it supports learning and the preservation and sharing of knowledge. Partnerships, research initiatives, and quality assurance activities further connect education with the needs of policing and public safety in Colombia.