Module HPP-1013:
PCDA Core Issues in Policing
PCDA Core Issues in Policing 2022-23
HPP-1013
2022-23
School Of History, Law And Social Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
30 credits
Module Organiser:
Martina Feilzer
Overview
Indicative Course Content: -Introduction to research methodology and evidence based policing -Understanding of the core principles of ethics, equality, diversity and human rights in professional policing -Introduction to concepts of victimisation, vulnerability and harm -Understand the law, policy and guidance relating to the treatment of victims and witnesses -Introduction to the main theories in relation to community policing and community engagement -Introduction to counter terrorism policing and challenges
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -Acceptable work = Grades D+ to D-Very little critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedureLimited use of relevant texts and academic literature (texts suggested in class)Heavy reliance on real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practiceLimited but accurate use of citation and quotation
-good -Good work = Grades B+ to C-Some critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedureUse of relevant texts and academic literature (texts suggested in class)General use of real world examples and experiences to illustrate theory in practiceAccurate use of citation and quotation
-excellent -Excellent work = Grades A* to A-Significant critical analysis of relevant academic literature, legislation and police procedureUse 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 practiceAccurate use of citation and quotation
Assessment method
Other
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Achieving independent patrol status. North Wales Police students by the end of year 1 must complete the first part of their occupational competency portfolio (OCP) and achieve independent patrol status (IPS). This is a requirement from the College of Policing and students cannot gateway into year 2 of their degree without achieving this. Students work on achieving IPS during Weeks 27-42 during their tutor phase of year 1. This process is documented via the OCP.
Weighting
0%
Due date
21/04/2023
Assessment method
Report
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Victim Risk Assessment Report 1,500 word report to be submitted in week 36 of year 1.
Weighting
100%
Due date
08/02/2023