1. Understand concepts of evidence-based policing
Knowledge and Understanding
Communication

2. Understand and apply principles of problem solving
Knowledge and Understanding
Application
Reflection

3. Understand key concepts of criminology and crime prevention
Knowledge and Understanding
Reflection

1. Essay 50% 1000 words
2. Reflective Diary 50% 1000 words

1. The first assessment for this module will be an essay whereby the apprentice will critically discuss the concept of evidence-based policing and how this is applied in practice. This assessment will address learning outcomes 1.

2. The reflective diary will allow the student to critically consider how evidence, intelligence and information is identified and analysed to inform best practice. Students will show understanding of the topic and ability to critically consider how this could be viewed within the concepts of relevant criminological theory and problem-solving techniques. This assessment will address learning outcomes 2 and 3.

This module introduces the learner to an overview of crime and society, covering aspects of criminology and crime prevention. It also looks at concepts of problems solving policing and evidence-based policing.


This module incorporates all the learning outcomes and indicative content from the College of Policing, Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship Curriculum for the following areas:
Evidence based policing
1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4
Problem solving
1.1 to 2.5 inclusive
Criminology
1.1 to 3.2 inclusive

Appendix 1 details all the learning and indicative content covered in this module.

The below is a brief summary of what the content includes:
The module will explore the interdisciplinary nature of criminology and introduce key concepts and theories for crime and crime prevention. Students will also be introduced to the use of problem solving within a policing context and the importance of evidenced based policing practice. The module will challenge students to consider potential motivations for crime and how community engagement can support the prevention of crime. The nexus between offenders and victims will be explored, encouraging students to consider the complexities of crime and the associated difficulties of the police response.

This module is spread across the whole of the first year. Learning will be based around students committing a total of 150 hours, split between 30 hours of direct contact with a tutor; 5 hours of critical discussions and 115 hours of guided independent study. In the lectures’ students will be introduced to general concepts and theories. Tutorials will be linked to the lecture and involve subjects for discussion and case studies. The purpose of the smaller group sessions is to help students assess their understanding of a topic and to develop their analytical skills.

Formative assessment will include feedback during class discussions and relating to summative assessment 1 and 2.

College of policing website
University recommended books and research
APP College of Policing

Blackboard VLE
University library and associated online learning materials.
Teaching spaces equipped with computer, projector, screen, white boards etc.
Live streaming/recording equipment/software.