Courses & Units

Policing and Governance HSP216

Introduction

This unit examines the roles and functions that the police play as a major agency of governance in society. The structures and strategies of policing are analysed and the relationships between government, the police, other governmental institutions and the public are discussed. Issues concerning such matters as police accountability, police culture and police deviance, oversight authorities, the managerial approach to policing, community policing and transnational policing are examined. Case material from Australia and international jurisdictions to illustrate policy issues and contemporary practices.

Summary

Unit name Policing and Governance
Unit code HSP216
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Social Sciences
Discipline Policing and Emergency Management
Coordinator Ms Emma MacDonald
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By
Level Intermediate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 Off-Campus International Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 21/2/2022 22/3/2022 11/4/2022 29/5/2022

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate and apply theoretical knowledge and research (about a specified topic area) to analyse cases.
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate contrasting arguments using evidence to justify your view.
  • Communicate in writing in the form of essays, oral presentations, and informally in online discussion forums.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
090101 $1,828.00 $858.00 not applicable $2,108.00

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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

25 points at introductory level in any discipline in any faculty

Teaching

AssessmentCase analysis (40%)|Power point presentation (40%)|Discussion Forum participation (20%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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