Overview

Classes will involve a combination of lecture content and group discussion regarding the application of criminological theory to the practical aspects of police work.

Indicative course content -Criminological theories of crime and crime prevention -The role of policing and the wider criminal justice system in preventing victimisation and offending -The study of victimology and repeat offending -Understanding the role of police constables within that and the importance of communication skills -Understanding principles of organisational justice and the impact of organisational culture on policing practice -Reflecting on the importance of reflecting on learning and practice as a police constable

Learning Outcomes

• Critically assess risk factors associated with victimisation and their impact on strategies for tackling victimisation, as well as exploring strategies for dealing with offenders and repeat offending - Learning outcome 2

• Critically evaluate crime prevention theories and strategies and assess the impact of options available to reduce re-offending - Learning outcome 1

• Critically evaluate the strategic drivers for professionalising policing and relevant national policing strategies - Learning outcome 4

• Reflect on the impact of organisational justice principles in policing and the nature of organisational culture within policing and on policing practice - Learning outcome 3

• Understand coaching and mentoring approaches in professional policing and the role of assessment in professional policing education - Learning outcome 5