Module HPU-2011:
PCDA Police Cnstable Role Int
PCDA Police Constable Role Intermediate 2024-25
HPU-2011
2024-25
School Of History, Law And Social Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Tim Holmes
Overview
This module examines different aspects of being a Police Constable. Drawing on input from specialists, in class group discussion and critical analysis of students experience of working as police constables, students will review several aspects of the police constable role. Learning in this module is supplemented with a range of online educational resources and workplace learning.
Class list 1 Maintaining Professional Standards: Professional standards requirements within the police service 2 Maintaining Professional Standards: Reviewing challenges and current concerns 3 Decision-making and Discretion 4 Communication Skills 5 Leadership and Team-working 6 Well-being and Resilience 7 Reviewing module content & student presentations 8 Reviewing module content & student presentations
In addition to the classes provided distance learning based material (this will include Panopto recordings, video resources and web based learning resources) will be provided via blackboard to supplement students learning. Students will be expected to access these resources following workshops in order to assist in the completion of assessment tasks and further explore key learning outcomes.
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
- Evaluate theories of leadership and team dynamics and models currently being deployed within the police
- Assess evolve strategies for dealing with organisational culture and maintaining resilience and wellbeing.
- Critically reflect and apply a range of different communication skills and strategies in the context of the police constable role.
- Critically review the National Decision Model and it's role in encouraging and develop ethical and fair decision making.
- Critically review the key principles, policies and practices relating to maintaining and improving professional standards within the Police
Assessment method
Report
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Reflective coursework based on portfolio development 2,000 words based on application of theory to practice. Students must produce a commentary documenting their experiences and reflective operational practice. The use of AL Chatbox is prohibited on this module and any potential case will be referred to the School's Academic Integrity Officer.
Weighting
50%
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Workbook 2,000 words. Students are required to complete 3 questions and to reference sources in text throughout workbook and a full bibliography. The workbook measures all learning outcomes for maintaining professional standards, evolve strategies for dealing with police organisational culture and the professionalisation of policing. The use of AL Chatbox technology is prohibited and any potential case will be referred to the School's Academic Integrity Officer for investigation.
Weighting
50%