Module HPP-2012:
PCDA Evidence Based Policing
PCDA Evidence Based Policing 2023-24
HPP-2012
2023-24
School Of History, Law And Social Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Tim Holmes
Overview
The Module addresses these key areas of study within each area several learning outcomes will be examined:
Evidence-Based Policing
Understand potential constraints associated with an evidence-based policing approach and identify best practice
Know how to systematically review and critically evaluate available evidence
Know how to optimise opportunities to obtain the best available evidence, evaluate options and develop the most appropriate solution to a given policing problem
Research Methods and Skills
Understand the importance of planning research activities
Outline the strengths and weaknesses of research methodologies and approaches
Research, analyse and evaluate relevant research publications and qualitative and quantitative data
Demonstrate proficiency in academic writing and presentation, in accordance with ethical protocols
Demonstrate effective referencing of a wide range of material appropriate to the subject area
Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques, including the interpretation of data
Response Policing
Illustrate how theories and principles of psychology and human behaviour can be applied in various response contexts
Critically review key issues relating to the complexity and challenges of operational policing
Undertake the role and responsibilities of a first responder to a critical incident
Review examples of high-profile critical and major incidents to establish best practice when attending such incidents
Analyse the role of the police within a joint emergency services operation
The Module addresses these key areas of study within each area several learning outcomes will be examined:
Evidence-Based Policing
Understand potential constraints associated with an evidence-based policing approach and identify best practice
Know how to systematically review and critically evaluate available evidence
Know how to optimise opportunities to obtain the best available evidence, evaluate options and develop the most appropriate solution to a given policing problem
Research Methods and Skills
Understand the importance of planning research activities
Outline the strengths and weaknesses of research methodologies and approaches
Research, analyse and evaluate relevant research publications and qualitative and quantitative data
Demonstrate proficiency in academic writing and presentation, in accordance with ethical protocols
Demonstrate effective referencing of a wide range of material appropriate to the subject area
Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques, including the interpretation of data
Response Policing
Illustrate how theories and principles of psychology and human behaviour can be applied in various response contexts
Critically review key issues relating to the complexity and challenges of operational policing
Undertake the role and responsibilities of a first responder to a critical incident
Review examples of high-profile critical and major incidents to establish best practice when attending such incidents
Analyse the role of the police within a joint emergency services operation
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -Acceptable work = Grades D+ to D- Very little critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedure Limited use of relevant texts and academic literature (texts suggested in class) Heavy reliance on real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practice Limited but accurate use of citation and quotation
-good -Good work = Grades B+ to C- Some critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedure Use of relevant texts and academic literature (texts suggested in class) General use of real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practice Accurate use of citation and quotation
-excellent -Excellent work = Grades A* to A- Significant critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedure Use of relevant texts and academic literature (including the texts suggested in class + other students have found through independent study) Where relevant use of real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practice Accurate use of citation and quotation
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse the role of the police within a joint emergency services operation
- Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques, including the interpretation of data
- Critically review key issues relating to the complexity and challenges of operational policing
- Demonstrate effective referencing of a wide range of material appropriate to the subject area
- Demonstrate proficiency in academic writing and presentation, in accordance with ethical protocols
- Illustrate how theories and principles of psychology and human behaviour can be applied in various response contexts
- Know how to optimise opportunities to obtain the best available evidence, evaluate options and develop the most appropriate solution to a given policing problem
- Know how to systematically review and critically evaluate available evidence
- Outline the strengths and weaknesses of research methodologies and approaches
- Research, analyse and evaluate relevant research publications and qualitative and quantitative data
- Review examples of high-profile critical and major incidents to establish best practice when attending such incidents
- Understand potential constraints associated with an evidence-based policing approach and identify best practice
- Understand the importance of planning research activities
- Undertake the role and responsibilities of a first responder to a critical incident
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Research workbook of 3 x 500 word questions.
Weighting
50%
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Incident review
Weighting
50%