Diploma in Policing
The qualifying learner will be able to apply composite policing, legal and management principles in the field of safety and security in an integrated fashion to secure safety in society.
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Qualification type
Diploma (Min 360)
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of South Africa
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security
Subfield
Safety in Society
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
N
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2033-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The qualifying learner will be able to apply composite policing, legal and management principles in the field of safety and security in an integrated fashion to secure safety in society.
Entry requirements and RPL
Entry Requirements
- National Senior Certificate (Diploma endorsement).
Replacement note
This qualification replaces
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification comprises compulsory modules at Level 5, 6 and 7.
Compulsory Modules Level 5
- Crime Prevention for Policing IA, 12 Credits.
- Crime Prevention Principles for Policing IB, 12 Credits.
- Ethical Information and Communication Technologies for Development Solutions, 12 Credits.
- Investigative Principles for Policing IB 12 Credits.
- Management IA 12 Credits.
- Investigative Principles for Policing IA 12 Credits.
- Social Dimensions of Justice,12 Credits.
- Management IB, 12 Credits.
- Developing Information Skills for Lifelong Learning, 12 Credits.
- Introduction to The General Principles of Criminal Law, 12 Credits.
- English for Academic Purposes, 12 Credits.
Compulsory Modules Level 6
- Investigative Principles for Policing II, 12 Credits.
- Investigative Principles for Policing IIA,12 Credits.
- Introduction to Crime Information Management systems for Policing,12 Credits.
- Selected Topics of Criminal Law, 12 Credits.
- Applied Communication in Policing Module 1,12 Credits.
- Introduction to Professionalism for Policing IIB, 12 Credits.
- Crime Prevention Principles for Policing IIA, 12 Credits.
- Introduction to professionalism for Policing IIA, 12 Credits.
- Management IIA, 12 Credits.
- Law of Criminal Procedure: Pre-Trial, 12 Credits.
- Crime Prevention Principles for Policing IIB, 12 Credits.
- Investigative Principles for Policing IIIB, 12 Credits.
- Investigative Principles for Policing IIIA, 12 Credits.
- Crime Prevention Principles for Policing IIIB, 12 Credits.
Compulsory Modules Level 7
- Crime Information Systems for Policing,12 Credits.
- Evidence: Admissibility of Evidence,12 Credits.
- Professionalism for Policing IIIB,12 Credits.
- Professionalism for Policing IIIA, 12 Credits.
- Crime Prevention Principles for Policing IIIA, 12 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Manage a community service according to policy.
- Resolve and manage crime according to legal and investigative principles.
- Prevent crime in an integrated fashion involving all partners.
- Manage resources to deliver an effective and efficient service to the community.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 1
- Victim empowerment principles are applied according to the rights of the victim.
- Policies and guidelines in the Community Service Centre are applied according to guidelines and principles.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 2
- The establishment and maintenance of relationships are explained according to policy.
- The management of informer networks is explained according to policy.
- The management of general case flow is explained according to legal and investigative principles.
- Investigative process regarding selected offences is completed according to legal and investigative principles.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 3
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution models are applied according to requirements.
- Proactive strategies are planned by using an integrative approach and implementation, monitoring and evaluation are explained to the National Crime Prevention Strategy.
- Ways of community involvement are explained according to policy.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 4
- The acquisition and allocation of logistical resources are explained according to prescribed guidelines.
- Finances are managed according to financial principles.
- Policy implementation is explained according to policy management principles.
- Human resources principles and strategies are explained according to human resources practice.
Integrated Assessment
The qualification provides for sufficient practical applications of knowledge, skills and attitudes across modules to ensure that the learners' competencies can be assessed through a variety of assessment forms, e.g.
Formative Assessment
Assignments, portfolios, projects, research papers, case studies, role plays, self-assessment and fieldwork.
Summative Assessment
Written and/or oral examination.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Horizontal Articulation
- Any qualification at Level 6.
Vertical Articulation
- Any qualification at Level 7.
International comparability
University of South Africa (UNISA) forms part of an internationally recognised accreditation system whereby university qualifications are evaluated against international comparators and accredited accordingly; for example, UNISA's qualifications are accredited in the International Handbook of Universities and in the Commonwealth Universities' Yearbook.
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