Master of Policing
The qualifying learner will be able to conduct research in the field of safety and security.
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
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
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Registration start
2024-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The qualifying learner will be able to conduct research in the field of safety and security.
Entry requirements and RPL
National Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree or Bachelor of Technology (B Tech) (NQF 8) or equivalent qualification in Policing and Research Methodology must have been passed already.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
- Conduct research and compile research in the field of safety and security.
Specified Outcomes
- Identify a problem and formulate problem statements to address a complex safety and security issue (C, F).
- Design a research plan (C, F).
- Select and apply appropriate research methodology (C, F).
- Analyse research data (C, F).
- Provide comprehensive recommendations to solve complex safety and security problems (C, F).
Critical outcomes
- Identify and solve problems, make responsible decisions, apply critical and creative thinking in dealing with the prevention and investigation of crime.
- Working effectively with others as a member of a team or group to prevent and/or investigate crime.
- Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively in providing a service to the community.
- Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information in an attempt to address the causes of crime, develop crime prevention programmes and investigate crime.
- Communicate effectively as a participant in the criminal justice process and in dealing with colleagues and the community.
- Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation, particularly regarding crime.
- a) Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
b) Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities.
c) Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts.
d) Explore education and career opportunities.
e) Develop entrepreneurial opportunities.
Associated assessment criteria
- Research problems which are accurately identified, formulated and analysed.
- The appropriate research methodology is selected and scientifically applied.
- Research reports are scientific and clearly indicate appropriate recommendations.
Integrated Assessment
Continuous assessment of research work.
Summative assessment at the completion of the dissertation.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification forms the basis for admission to a Doctorate Degree in safety and security.
Providers currently listed
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