This module develops student study skills and academic knowledge in their chosen discipline.

You will study a range of topics to enhance your university readiness.  

This will include: 

• Supporting your successful transition into Higher Education.

• Identification and development of your academic, interpersonal and professional skills.

• Defining and understanding concepts relevant to Law, Criminology, Policing, Psychology, and Sociology.  

This module provides an awareness of core policing legislation and police powers, exploring counter-terrorism provisions and describing the role of technology in crime and policing. Through a blend of ‘online anytime’ lectures and face-to-face seminars, you’ll develop knowledge of the core areas of policing in roads, communities and investigations.  

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Opportunities and risks of globalised technologies in policing 

• Counter-terrorism governance, structures and objectives 

• Threat of terrorism at local, national and international levels 

• Legislation for dealing with typical policing incidents  

• Managing police information and intelligence  

• Terminology for investigations and evidence 

• Community policing with diverse communities 

• Policing the roads 

This module develops your knowledge and understanding of how research in policing can be applied to policing problems. 

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Defining evidence-based research and how it applies in policing  

• Identifying a range of problem-solving tools  

• Assessing how tools can be applied to policing problems 

• Examining domestic and international case studies  

• The impacts of policing research on a range of problems 

• The importance of partnership working to address policing problems 

• Different approaches to crime prevention across the globe  

• Research skills 

This module develops your academic skills for university level study, alongside personal reflection to encourage your personal and professional development. You’ll learn through a blended approach of ‘online anytime’ lectures and face-to-face seminars. 

You’ll study topics such as:  

• An introduction to study and research skills 

• The structured development of essay writing 

• Referencing content and critical analysis 

• Models of learning and reflective practice. 

• Searching library, internet and statistical resources 

• The core principles of ethics, equality and diversity, including the impact of prejudice and bias in policing 

• Self-improvement, self-reflection and team working  

• Purpose, history, roles and structures of the police  

• An overview of other law enforcement agencies 

• Independent, confident, self-directed learning techniques

This module provides you with an awareness of the role of a police constable, including core legislation and police powers. You’ll learn through a blended approach of ‘online anytime’ lectures and face-to-face seminars. 

You’ll study topics such as:  
 

• Legislation applicable when dealing with policing incidents  

• Function and purpose of the criminal justice system  

• The police role within the criminal justice system 

• Influences on the police decision-making process 

• Information and intelligence in policing 

• Response, investigations and policing diverse communities 

• Identifying key legislation, codes of practice, guidance policies when dealing with victims and witnesses 

This module helps you to apply research and theory to policing problems. 

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Applying criminological theories to policing problems 

• Analysing crime problems through local, national and international case studies 

• How crime and policing problems are addressed by the criminal justice system  

• Critiquing the effectiveness of a range of problem-solving strategies  

• Application to policing problems in local, national and international contexts 

• Applying research skills to policing problems  

This module encourages you to consider the complexities of professional standards in policing, learning about communication models and theories to improve operational practice. You’ll review the different elements of successful communication, the need to adapt communication for different audiences, and the risks and impact of poor communication. 

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Research planning, methodologies, analysis and evaluation 

• Comparisons of professional standards requirements 

• Thematic inspections and the role of independent bodies 

• Case studies where power and authority have been abused 

• Applying professional standards while demonstrating fairness, ethics and integrity. 

• Evaluating theories and practices associated with communication 

• Understanding the importance of public confidence and trust  

• Developing and delivering appropriate and effective presentations 

• Analysing the impact of organisational culture in policing 

• The causes of stress and coping strategies  

This module provides the opportunity to build on the knowledge you’ve gained so far with the introduction of further legislation, key theoretical models and policing processes. You’ll critically examine, consider and analyse the considerations, processes and impact on the five core policing areas – response, communities, roads, intelligence and investigation. 

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Responsibilities of first responders at a range of incidents 

• The importance of community engagement 

• Stakeholders in inclusive community engagement strategies 

• Effective roads policing and response policing 

• Considerations in the use of technology in policing 

• Sharing information to tackle local, national and international threats  

• Effective communication in policing 

This module introduces the concepts of risk in the context of criminal justice and public protection, expanding your knowledge of legislation, key theoretical models and processes. We’ll explore issues of vulnerability – with reference to what makes an individual more vulnerable to victimisation in a variety of situations – and how this is linked with risk management practices. 

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Responsibilities of first responders at a range of incidents 

• Vulnerability in local, national and international counter-terrorism  

• Methods to detect and deter people who are vulnerable to radicalisation 

• Definitions, legislation and guidance for 'public protection' policing 

• Key considerations when dealing with vulnerable persons  

• Initial actions, potential solutions and inappropriate relationships 

• Appropriate responses by agencies in supporting vulnerable persons 

• The importance of multi-agency working to public protection incidents 

• The drive towards an ethical and professional service 

• The function of custody, detention and disposal of offenders  

This module uses your practical knowledge of procedures, legislation and policies to carry out an effective investigation and interview in a safe learning environment. This process helps you develop an understanding of how to investigate a crime and obtain witness and suspect accounts using interviewing skills. 

You’ll apply learning and skill such as: 

• The investigation process and an effective investigative mindset 

• Relevant investigation legislation, powers and ethical considerations  

• Volume and priority crime and serious complex cases 

• The CPS, financial investigators and digital media investigators 

• Diverse communities and the use of Independent Advisory Groups 

• Decision logs, prioritisation and management of resources 

• Managing risk and safeguarding considerations for adults and children   

• The media and its advantages and disadvantages for investigators 

• Types of evidence, evidence gathering and evidence giving 

• Witnesses, suspects, bias, non-verbal signs and the court process 

Module Aim: 

This module will prepare students to apply their research skills to a contemporary policing and/or criminal justice problem. 

Delivery: 

Blended approach comprising ‘online anytime’ lectures and face-to-face seminars. 

Indicative content:  

1. Research methods and data analysis 

2. Identifying and using appropriate sources to support arguments. 

3. Citing and referencing information. 

4. Communication & presentation skills. 

5. Recalling key information and knowledge 

6. Identification and exploration of themes and topics relevant to the study of policing and/or criminal justice across local, national and international contexts. 

7. Using concepts, methods and analytical techniques to initiate and carry out ‘evidence-based policing’ projects.   

This module provides you with knowledge and understanding of specialist operational functions within policing. This includes how local, national and international contexts shape policing responses, as well as the importance of partnership working in response to large scale incidents and operations.  

You’ll study topics such as: 

• Responsibilities of first responders at a range of incidents 

• The importance of understanding communities  

• How historical events can affect trust in policing  

• Local, national and international contexts 

• Additional legislative powers for specialist roles in policing 

• Joint emergency service responses to major incidents 

• Specialist functions within response policing  

This module prepares you for employment through the demonstration of continuing professional development and an awareness of future opportunities. You’ll learn and reflect through a blend of ‘online anytime’ lectures and face-to-face seminars. 

You’ll study topics such as:  

• Ethical considerations for diversity, inclusion and discrimination 

• Prejudice within policing and criminal justice across the globe 

• Legislation and support to address prejudice and discrimination  

• Multi-culturalism’s effect on individuals, groups and organisations 

• Working with diverse communities from across the world 

• Discriminative practices that impact public confidence and perceptions  

• Theories and models of communication 

• Reflective practice, self-evaluation and CPD 

• Theories, benefits and barriers to effective teamwork