MSc Policing & Security Transformation
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Policing and Security Transformation program equips working professionals with the knowledge and skills to navigate the evolving policing and security landscape. Delivered part-time over two years, the program combines online lectures with intensive study weekends, allowing students to balance their studies with their careers. The program emphasizes leadership, public trust, data management, and emerging technologies, preparing graduates for career progression or diversification in the policing and security industries.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The MSc Policing and Security Transformation program is designed for working professionals in the policing and security industries, specifically those seeking career progression or diversification. The course aims to equip students with the applied knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of policing and security, with a strong emphasis on accredited learning and qualifications.
Objectives:
- Develop leadership and organizational change skills.
- Understand and address public trust in policing and security.
- Effectively manage data and conduct research in social justice contexts.
- Analyze collaborative working practices in the field.
- Gain practical experience through work-based learning modules.
- Deeply explore a specialized area of interest through a dissertation.
Program Description:
Delivered over two years, the program offers a unique approach to learning, blending online lectures with six intensive study weekends per year. This format allows working professionals to balance their studies with their professional commitments.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Leadership and Organisational Change
- Public Trust in Policing and Security
- Data and Research Management in Social Justice
- Security and Policing Futures
Structure:
- Two years of part-time study.
- Six study weekends per year in Canterbury.
- Online lectures and resources.
- Dissertation project.
Course Schedule:
- Each academic year is divided into three trimesters.
- Students typically study one or two modules per trimester.
- Modules involve a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and independent study.
- Study weekends focus on intensive learning and engagement.
Individual Modules:
Core Modules:
- Leadership and Organisational Change (20 credits)
- Public Trust in Policing and Security (20 credits)
- Data and Research Management in Social Justice (20 credits)
- Security and Policing Futures (20 credits)
Dissertation:
- Students conduct independent research on a chosen topic related to policing and/or security.
- Dissertation is guided by a supervisor and submitted in the final year.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Essays
- Reports
- Portfolios
- Group assignments
- Digital assignments (e.g., podcast, blog post)
- Practical exercises
- Applied Research Project (digital assignment and dissertation)
Assessment Criteria:
- Relevant to postgraduate study
- Develops professional skills
- Enhances employability
- Focus on concise, focused communication and analysis
- Integration of study skills and formative feedback
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Work-based learning
- Practical workshops
- Independent study
- Immersive environments (e.g., Hydra, VR facilities)
- Guest lectures from industry experts
- Regular drop-in sessions with course team
Faculty:
- Highly qualified academics with postgraduate and teaching qualifications.
- Many faculty members have operational experience in policing and/or security services.
- Faculty actively involved in research and bring real-world expertise to the classroom.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Public services (police, NCA, Security Service, IOPC, CCRC, HMCTS, HM Prison & Probation Service, UK Border Agency, HMRC, HMICFRS)
- Private security (G4S, Serco, Securitas, Mitie)
- Investigator and security personnel roles in other companies
- Military (Royal Military Police, Defence Serious Crime Unit)
- Further postgraduate study (PhD)
Other:
- The program is designed to support career progression or diversification within and beyond students' current organizations.
- The Canterbury Centre for Policing Research offers networking opportunities and access to cutting-edge research.
- The program emphasizes research-informed teaching and encourages extracurricular engagement in research activities.
- The program is committed to creating a comfortable and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Canterbury Christ Church University
Overview:
Canterbury Christ Church University is a public university located in Canterbury, Kent, England. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, full-time, part-time, apprenticeship, and short courses designed to meet real-world needs. The university is known for its commitment to providing a transformative education that changes lives and shapes sustainable futures for its community.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The university emphasizes the importance of student life and experience. It provides opportunities for students to join a community, engage in various activities, and develop their skills. The university also offers support services to help students succeed in their studies.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High graduate employment rates:
Canterbury Christ Church University is ranked No. 1 in the UK for graduates in employment, with 3,000 or more graduates.Focus on real-world needs:
The university's courses are designed to meet the demands of the modern workforce.Transformative education:
The university believes in the power of education to change lives and shape sustainable futures.Strong community:
The university fosters a welcoming and supportive community for its students.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs across various subject areas. These programs include undergraduate, postgraduate, full-time, part-time, apprenticeships, and short courses.
Other:
- The university has been awarded a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework (TEF).
- The university is actively involved in promoting diversity and inclusion, with initiatives like Black History 365 and Black on the Square.
- The university has a strong focus on research and innovation, with academics contributing to various fields.
Entry Requirements:
Minimum academic qualifications:
- A minimum of a 2:2 in a HEA Undergraduate degree or have been awarded a Postgraduate degree.
- Candidates who do not meet the above criteria will be reviewed on a case by case basis and will be required to demonstrate they have relevant professional experience (e.g. in areas including, or such as policing or security) for a minimum of at least three years
- Relevant CPD will be considered on a 'case by case' basis and may be required to attend an interview.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- CCCU IELTS for Standard PGT courses apply.
- This translates to an overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Additional Notes:
- The University recognizes prior learning and may offer exemptions or credit transfers based on relevant experience or qualifications.
- International students may require additional documentation such as a visa and proof of financial support.
Breakdown of Entry Requirements:
EU Home Students:
- Meet the minimum academic qualifications.
- May be eligible for financial aid and scholarships.
International Overseas Students (outside the EU):
- Meet the minimum academic qualifications.
- Satisfy the language proficiency requirements.
- Obtain a student visa and demonstrate financial support.
Candidates with Non-standard Qualifications:
- Will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Need to demonstrate relevant professional experience (minimum of 3 years) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- May be required to attend an interview.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Applicable to students whose first language is not English.
- Can be met through various English language tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic.
- Specific requirements and accepted tests vary depending on the student's country of origin and educational background.
