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Introduction
This unit examines complex social problems underlying interpersonal violence and the social, psychological, and physical risks posed to individuals, groups, and the community by this form of behaviour. The management of these risks concerning such matters as family violence, sexual offences, and assault is analysed and assessed with particular attention paid to victimology through understanding the social characteristics of victims of violence and how these are related to the perpetrators of violence. Social and cultural issues, including intergenerational factors, and ethical considerations relating to both the victims and the perpetrators of violence are also examined.
Summary
| Unit name | Understanding and Responding to Interpersonal Violence |
| Unit code | PEM202 |
| 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? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Intermediate |
Availability
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| Online | Police Study Period 1 |
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| Online | Police Study Period 2 |
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| Online | Police Study Period 3 |
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- Key:
On-campus- Off-Campus
International students- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Police Study Period 2 | 1/3/2026 | 3/8/2026 | 4/8/2026 | 26/12/2026 |
| Police Study Period 3 | 31/5/2026 | 30/11/2026 | 1/12/2026 | 29/5/2027 |
| Trimester | 1/11/2026 | 23/11/2026 | 23/12/2026 | 13/2/2027 |
| Police Study Period 1 | 1/1/2026 | 18/5/2026 | 19/5/2026 | 26/9/2026 |
* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the context of victimisation and the need for empathy and compassion in communication with victims.
- Explain the intent of, and apply the correct legislation and policy to different person/victim crime situations including family violence.
- Critically examine the tensions between equity, law enforcement, integrity and safety.
- Apply the principles of investigation to the processes and procedures relating to Offences against the Person and the management of family violence within public safety frameworks.
- Understand the management of a report involving a crime committed directly upon a person.
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 |
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| 091105 | $2,174.00 | $1,020.00 | not applicable | $2,249.00 |
- 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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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is delivered fully online. Weekly - 1 hour Online Lecture; Weekly - 30 minute Discussion Forum and two Optional Drop-in sessions via Teams or Zoom. |
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| Assessment | Responding to Scenarios (25%)|Legislative Application + Ethical Tension Analysis (30%)|Responding to scenarios (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. |
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| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. |
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