Subject description

This subject will introduce students to the history of policing in historical, political and social contexts, encouraging students to probe definitions of policing and to reflect on the need for public police. Students will explore how the concepts of power, legitimacy and accountability manifest in policing, with particular emphasis on … For more content click the Read More button below.

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

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Engagement hours

Contact Hours:3 hours per week

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Describe the social and political history of policing and policing paradigms
2.
Compare and contrast policing paradigms
3.
Reflect on the contemporary impacts of policing on different social groups
4.
Communicate effectively in a variety of formats
5.
Work effectively and collaboratively with others

Assessment details

Literature Review
Policy Brief
Timeline and Reflection

Work integrated learning

Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.

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