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Problem-Oriented Policing and Evidence-based Public Safety unit (CPS304)

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Unit year 2027

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Introduction

This unit explores how public safety professionals can systematically address harm, risk, crime, disorder, and vulnerability through problem-oriented and evidence-based practice and dedicated analytical instruments. Building on principles developed in the areas of problem-oriented policing and evidence-based policing, you will examine how research evidence, intelligence, data analysis, community engagement, and partnership approaches can be used to understand and respond to complex public safety challenges. You will learn to identify and apply established problem-solving models to address the underlying causes of some select public safety problems, develop targeted responses, assess effectiveness, and support continuous improvement. The unit promotes a proactive, preventative, and evidence-informed approach to creating safer and more resilient communities.

Summary

Unit name Problem-Oriented Policing and Evidence-based Public Safety
Unit code CPS304
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Paramedicine and Public Safety
Discipline Policing and Emergency Management
Coordinator Professor Isa Bartkowiak-Theron
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Advanced

Sustainable Development Goals

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Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Online Semester 1 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 22/02/2027 16/03/2027 19/04/2027 13/06/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse public safety problems using problem-oriented and evidence-based frameworks to identify underlying causes, risks and opportunities for prevention
  • Evaluate research evidence, intelligence and data sources to inform operational and strategic public safety responses
  • Develop evidence-informed responses to contemporary public safety challenges that incorporate prevention, partnership and community-focused strategies
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of public safety interventions to justify recommendations for continuous improvement using ethical and professional standards.

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
091101 $2,253.00 $1,057.00 not applicable $2,361.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
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

Students must have completed a minimum of 25cp at 100 level before enrolling into a 200 level unit

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

PEM307

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

1 x 1 hour lecture, weekly.
1 x 30 minutes discussion forums, weekly.
2 x 1 hour drop in sessions, per semester.
9 x hours of independent learning, weekly.

AssessmentQuiz (20%)|Annotated bibliography (40%)|Online Invigilated exam (40%)
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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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