Bachelor of Management (Policing)
Degree Level Undergraduate
This degree is only available to Australian students
You're considered an Australian student if you are any of the following:
- Australian or New Zealand Citizen
- Australian Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa holders)
Start Date
February
July
Campus
City West
Duration
3 year(s) full-time
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Entry requirements
Admission criteria
The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.
Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.
This program is open to Police officers only.
Applicants are required to have:
- Advanced Diploma of Policing or equivalent;
- Permanent appointment to Constable.
Equivalent includes:
- Police Studies Certificate + 14 years SAPOL service
- Associate Diploma in Justice Administration + 5 years SAPOL experience
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites
NoneAssumed Knowledge
None
Aim
The Bachelor of Management (Policing) provides a professional level of education for South Australian Police Officers. To this end, the program is designed to enable graduates to acquire skills, knowledge and attitudes that will assist them to work and develop as productive and socially responsible Police Officers in a local and global context.
Content & Structure
The Bachelor of Management (Policing) has a management focus in a policing context, with courses carefully chosen to meet specific policing operational requirements. Student will receive 54 units credit from their previous studies, and will be required to complete 54 units at UniSA.
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