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Policing, Policy and Leadership – (M.Sc.)

University of Portsmouth

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Application Deadline: September 14 (EU, UK); July 31 (Non EU)
Location: Portsmouth / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 24 months Start Date: September
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Parttime
  • Online education
Languages: English 
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Location of University of Portsmouth

This part-time distance learning course has been specifically designed for police officers and those in related occupations in any country with an interest in developing their knowledge and skills in policing, policy and management, either to enhance their current role or to prepare them for advancement. It has been designed to be compatible with relevant occupational standards for the police and/or security organisations/services. The course examines strategy and tactics around core policing in the context, for example, of policing diverse communities; policing policy and police leadership in the context of police governance and partnerships; and organisational and resource management in the context of operational delivery. You will have the opportunity to apply the application of learning to your own organisation as well as considering the application of leadership and management principles in other criminal justice and security organisations.


Contents

You will study the following core units:

* Policing Communities
* Police Leadership - Policing, Policy and Partnerships
* Managing Justice and Security Organisations
* Research Methods and Research Management

You will also complete a 15,000-word dissertation.

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Requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Exceptionally, applicants with strong relevant criminal justice experience will be considered.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 or equivalent, with a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Language Proficiency

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade C (Score: 60)

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