Bachelor of Policing and Public Safety

Overview

The course aims to produce graduates with the following key attributes. Graduates will possess a strong theoretical background relevant to Policing and Law Enforcement. Graduates will also possess highly-developed critical and analytical skills. Finally, graduates will understand the importance of professional and ethical practice and the application of key areas of Policing and Law Enforcement. The degree is intended to prepare graduates for a wide variety of careers in Policing and Law Enforcement and will also enhance the knowledge and skills of those already employed in the industry.

Admission and Credit

Minimum ATAR required55

Admission

Entry Requirement

Applicants must meet the following Admission Requirements:

A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors).
OR

Successful study at University level of at least two subjects in any area, provided the subjects are full university level.
OR

A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate III or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO) - or equivalent.
OR

A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent.
OR

Partial completion of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma, of at least 50% from a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO) - or equivalent.
OR

Work experience of at least two years full time or equivalent, in a related industry to the course, such as law enforcement, human services, corrections or justice administration, demonstrated by a detailed resume.

Language requirements

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Structure

Course information

The course consist of fourteen (14) core subjects, nine (9) restricted electives and one (1) unrestricted elective.

Students undertaking the Associate Degree in Policing Practice will complete fourteen (14) core subjects, the UCWE - equivalent one (1) subject - and one (1) restricted elective. Students receive an eight (8) subjects credit on successful completion of the Associate Degree in Policing Practice.

Note: the UCWE is completed as a separate course.

Essential set184 Credit Points

The essential subject set consists of subjects that meet the specific depth of knowledge and skills requirements for the disciplinary or professional area of study in a course.

Core subjects112 Credit Points

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