Western Sydney University

Course Level

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

CRICOS

044801C

Related Careers

Bachelor of Policing

The only policing degree in metropolitan Sydney, this course equips graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of policing as a distinct area of academic study. It provides a thorough grounding in the skills required to undertake effective policing or related careers. Students undertake a range of specialist policing units, and also units drawn from the behavioural sciences, humanities, human services, law, languages and the social sciences. This will equip graduates with a broad understanding of the role of police in society. The curriculum recognises the complexities and challenges of contemporary policing and explores the application of policing practice to a changing Australian society. Course content traces the history of policing and its relationship to societies being policed.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Liverpool City	Full-time - 3 years Part-time - 6 years	N/A	60
Penrith	Full-time - 3 years Part-time - 6 years	N/A	60

Campus

Duration

Fees

ATAR

Liverpool City

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A

Penrith

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A

Structure

240 credit points.

Subjects

Contemporary issues in criminal justice and policing
Contemporary policing
Evidence, investigations and police intelligence
Governance in policing
Introduction to crime and criminal justice
Legislation, courts and policing
People, place and social difference
Policing, justice and society. See website for details.

Entry requirements

Year 12 or equivalent
any 2 units of English

Recognition

Developed in collaboration with NSW Police Force, the course partially fulfils the academic requirements for employment with them. Graduates seeking employment will be required to meet the entry standards of NSW Police Force on a competitive basis, for example in relation to fitness and other aspects of professional suitability. After successful completion of the CSU 'University Certificate in Workforce Essentials', this degree gives students the maximum academic suitability points for recruitment to NSW Police Force.

Study Pathways

Alternative Entry Pathways include the Police Citizen Youth Club 'Blue Club Star Leadership Program' (Certificate Level II) and IPROWD Training Program (Certificate Level III)