COURSE INFORMATION

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

C21 Associate Degree in Criminology and Justice (Policing)

This course adopts a contemporary approach to police education within the context of criminology and justice. Students will develop an understanding of the theory and research that informs policing practice. They will also acquire skills in the practical application of policing.

 

The course links closely with the WA Police Academy, giving students the opportunity to participate in scenario training, police ceremonies and physical training. The course is recognised by the Western Australian Police and is designed as an entry pathway to policing. Upon completion, and after meeting all entrance requirements of the Western Australia Police, graduates are guaranteed employment as a probationary police constable.

 

The Associate Degree in Criminology and Justice (Policing) is also designed as a career development opportunity for those working in the area of policing, security or public safety. This course offers police officers a unique platform into tertiary education. It is the only degree in Australia that gives recognition of prior learning to serving officers for recruitment or DEAT training. Through this course students can apply their existing knowledge of policing to develop university level skills such as researching, academic writing and critical thinking.
 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Normal ECU entry requirements apply. In addition, students will need to meet the admission requirements of the Western Australian Police Academy.
 
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.

All ECU units are available in the on-line mode of delivery, WAPOL training is available only full time, on campus delivery at the WAPOL Academy.
 
COURSE STRUCTURE

Students must complete the following 240 credit points (13 units).

 
 
YEAR ONE - SEMESTER 1
CRI1111 Law and Order 15
CRI2107 Foundations of Criminal Law 15
CRI1103 Criminology 15
ADS1151 Addiction Studies: Fundamental Concepts 15
 
YEAR ONE - SEMESTER 2
CRI1104 The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour 15
CRI3108 Justice and Forensic Science 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 Professional Ethics 15
CRI2604 Essential Communication Skills for Law Enforcement and Compliance 15
CRI2601 Traffic Law and Road Safety 15
 
YEAR TWO - SEMESTER 2
JUS2100 Police Academy Practicum 60 
 
 
 
 
The unit JUS2100 comprises the WA Police Academy training, taught solely at the Academy. Students will not enrol in this unit, but upon successful completion of recruit training at the Academy, students will be given advanced standing for the entire unit.
 
 
 
 
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: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009