COURSE INFORMATION

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C14 Associate Degree in Criminology and Justice (Policing)

This course adopts a contemporary approach to police education.  It seeks to develop reflective and educated practitioners.  Graduates will possess a significant background in contemporary theory and research that informs policing practice.  They will also possess the skills that are required for work.  These units facilitate a comprehensive understanding of contemporary policing and skills in police practice within the context of criminology and justice.  Upon completion of this course, and after meeting all entrance requirements for Western Australia Police, the graduate is guaranteed employment with WA Police as a probationary police constable. 
 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Normal ECU entry requirements apply.
 
COURSE LOCATION
This course is available on Joondalup Campus.
 
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
 
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following modes of delivery - On-campus, and Online.
 
COURSE STRUCTURE

Students must complete the following 240 credit points (16 units).
 
YEAR ONE - SEMESTER 1
CRI1101 Australian Criminal Justice System (Law, Police, Courts and Corrections) 15
CRI2107 Foundations of Criminal Law 15
CRI2105 The Family and Family Law 15
ADS1151 Addiction Studies: Fundamental Concepts 15
 
YEAR ONE - SEMESTER 2
CRI1104 The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour 15
CRI1105 Psychology and Criminal Justice 15
CRI1106 Minority Groups as Offenders and Victims 15
CRI3102 Indigenous Offenders and Victims 15
 
YEAR TWO - SEMESTER 1
JUS2221 Law of Evidence 1 15
CRI3101 Ethics in Criminal Justice 15
CRI2600 Applied Police Procedures 15
CRI2601 Traffic Law and Road Safety 15
 
YEAR TWO - SEMESTER 2
CRI2604 Essential Communication Skills for Law Enforcement and Compliance 15
CRI3108 Justice and Forensic Science 15
CRI2602 Police Operational Safety and Tactics I 15
CRI2603 Police Operational Safety and Tactics II 15
 
 
 
 
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes, Graduate Attributes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Student Equity, Diversity and Disability Service website:
http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/student-equity

Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/09/2006 VET: 30/09/2006