Policing

Module code: CR2001

From historical origins to contemporary challenges, explore the issues that have shaped policing and continue to transform it today.

This module examines how policing has evolved, the role it plays in a democratic society, and the challenges of ethics, legitimacy and public trust. You'll investigate plural policing, media influence and police visibility, while gaining insight into police occupational culture, diversity and inclusion.

Discover how stress, trauma and well-being shape the experiences of those working in policing today. Through real-world case studies and contemporary debates, you'll develop the critical skills needed to understand one of society's most complex, dynamic and challenging professions.