BSc(Hons) Professional Policing Practice

Program Overview

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The Police Constable - BSc(Hons) Professional Policing Practice program is an apprenticeship that combines theory with real-life operational practice, preparing students for a career as a Police Constable. The program emphasizes evidence-based policing and critical thinking skills, and provides access to industry-standard facilities and simulation environments. Graduates are equipped to deliver a high-quality service within their community and are prepared for future challenges in policing.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

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Police Constable - BSc(Hons) Professional Policing Practice

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Overview:

• This program is an apprenticeship allowing you to gain a professional policing practice degree accredited by the College of Policing.
• You'll develop skills in industry-standard facilities and simulations while learning from experts and progressing your career as a Police Constable.

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Objectives:

• Equip you to deliver a high-quality service within your community.
• Prepare you for future challenges, crime trends, and technological advances in policing.

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Program Description:

• Developed in partnership with local constabularies, the program content aligns with local and national policing priorities.
• Combines theory with real-life operational practice, fostering immediate application of knowledge.
• Emphasizes evidence-based policing and critical thinking skills.

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Outline:

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Program Content:

• 11 modules typically completed over three years.
• Delivery tailored to constabulary needs.

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Year One:

• Occupational Competencies: Policing Conduct (40 credits)
• Craft Skills: A Foundation (40 credits)
• Understanding Vulnerability and Investigation (40 credits)

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Year Two:

• Occupational Competencies: Professional Policing (30 credits)
• Craft Skills: Ethics and Communication (30 credits)
• Investigating Vulnerability and Risk (30 credits)
• Becoming an Evidence Based Practitioner (30 credits)

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Year Three:

• Critiquing the Evidence Basis (30 credits)
• Consolidating Craft Skills (30 credits)
• Evidence Based Policing Research Project (40 credits)
• Occupational Competencies: Reflective Development (20 credits)

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Structure and Course Schedule:

• Flexible format combining classroom-based lectures, seminars, workshops, and on-the-job learning.
• Delivery methods tailored to fit your constabulary.
• Contact program leader for specific requirements.

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Modules:

• Each module description unavailable.

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Assessment:

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Assessment Methods:

• Coursework
• Examinations
• Simulations
• Portfolios
• Vivas
However, assessments likely align with program objectives and module learning outcomes.

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Teaching:

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Teaching Methods:

• Blend of classroom instruction, practical exercises, and real-world application opportunities.

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Faculty:

• Experienced policing and criminology lecturers, along with criminal justice practitioners.

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Unique Approaches:

• Access to industry-standard facilities and simulation environments, including a simulation house and law courts.
• Projects with paramedics and forensic scientists foster multi-agency working experience.
• Emergency scenario simulations using a functioning ambulance provide realistic hands-on training.

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Careers:

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Career Paths:

• Opportunity to progress as a Police Constable within the Police Service.

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Career Support:

• Award-winning Careers Service provides independent advice and guidance throughout your studies.

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Other:

• Program supports understanding of the career landscape and development of long-term career ambitions.
• Content emphasizes evidence-based policing and its integration into everyday professional activities.
• Virtual learning environment and online resources complement in-person instruction.