Policing in Practice | Federation University

CRJUS2474 Policing in Practice

Students examine the theoretical and practical aspects of policing and its functions within a democratic society. In this unit, the term 'policing' is used in a broad sense, encompassing not only the work of operational police officers but also the monitoring, surveillance, and control activities undertaken by private security organisations and regulatory agencies. Students will develop an understanding and critical appreciation of contemporary policing challenges, practices, and controversies in both local and international 21st¿century contexts. Key topics include police powers and culture, police use of force, community and intelligence-led policing, public order policing, diversity and plural policing, private policing, the impact of technology on policing, cybercrime, forensics, and crime mapping.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $2,175
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,021

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. Find our more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. Find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule.

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