Program Overview

Program Overview

The Associate Degree in Social Sciences (Policing Practices) is a comprehensive program that builds on a strong social science foundation with specific knowledge and skills of policing. This degree brings together a range of disciplines that relate to human experience and behaviour, including policing, criminology, risk management, law, sociology, psychology, politics, and public policy.

Program Details

Duration and Delivery

• The program is offered over a minimum of 2 years full-time, with a maximum duration of 5 years.
• It is available online, providing flexibility for students.

Endorsements and Incentives

• The Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management in Tasmania endorses this professional program.
• The Tertiary Education Assistance Scheme, which includes Commissioner's scholarships and interest-free loans, is an incentive for eligible Tasmania Police officers to undertake study at the University of Tasmania.

Disciplines Covered

• Policing
• Criminology
• Risk management
• Law
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Politics
• Public policy

This program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of social sciences as they relate to policing practices, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in this field.