Curriculum Information

Execution of an in-depth, supervised, programme of work on an appropriate topic.

• Critical review of existing literature in the field of Policing and Security.
• Detailed methodological design and selection of suitable data manipulation techniques (as appropriate).
• Demonstrate proficiency in academic writing and presentation, in accordance with USW’s ethical procedures.
• Apply quantitative and/or qualitative research techniques, including the interpretation of data
• Critical analysis of complementary and conflicting data and information.
• Appraise the strengths and limitations of their dissertation
• Formulate conclusions and recommendations based upon research investigation.

Meeting deadlines and the production of a final document.

Defend the research project via a presentation and questions.

College of Policing Learnig Outcome Link

Problem Solving

E3 - Carry out research to identify and understand an emerging issue or problem in a specific policing area and formulate an ethically sound research question

Research Methods and Skills

F1 - Understand the importance of planning research activities

F2 - Outline the strengths and weaknesses of research methodologies and approaches

F3 - Demonstrate skills in the use of resources and primary/secondary literary sources relevant to the

degree programme

F4 - Demonstrate a structured approach to studying, writing essays and referencing content

F5 - Review and assess literature and case law in order to develop critical arguments and draw conclusions

F7 - Apply key concepts in relation to models of learning and reflective practice

F8 - Research, analyse and evaluate relevant research publications and qualitative and quantitative data

F9 - Demonstrate autonomy, as well as accountability and working with others, in a study skills context

F10 - Demonstrate proficiency in academic writing and presentation, in accordance with ethical protocols

F11 - Demonstrate effective referencing of a wide range of material appropriate to the subject area

F12 - Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques, including the interpretation of data

F13 - Present research on the identified issue/problem and proposals for tackling it

Module Summary (CoP only)

The necessity for the police service to focus efforts on crime control, community relations and the prevention and reduction of crime has been widely recognised by the College of Policing. In view of these discussions, this module allows students to plan, research, and articulate an in depth extended project related to policing and security issues. The module will not only give the students an experience of social research, but will also allow research findings to add to knowledge-based of police research utilising evidence-based strategies. In their final year students have the opportunity to conduct research into a topic area of their choice related to policing and security. They will be supported and guided through this process by an assigned supervisor.

College of Policing Mapping:

E3.3,E3.5,E3.6,F1.1,F1.2,F1.3,F2.3,F2.3,F2.4,F2.5,F2.6,F2.7,
F2.8,F2.10,F3.1,F3.2,F3.3,F4.1,F4.2,F5.4,F5.5,F7.2,F7.4,F8.1,F8.2,F8.3, F9.1,F9.2,F10.1,F10.2,F10.3,F10.5,F10.6,F11.1, F12.1,F12.3,F13.