Course Overview

About This Course

The role of policing globally is changing rapidly and increasing in complexity. This Master of Police Leadership provides advanced knowledge of the critical issues surrounding police accountability, leadership, evidence-based decision making, policing effectiveness, diverse environments, and organisational transformation in corporate services and specialised policing domains. Graduates of this course may find employment in a range of professional and educational contexts, policing organisations, police leadership and cybercrime organisations that require research skills and critical thinking.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Domestic Students:

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline
At least two years relevant policing experience in a managerial or leadership role
Applicants must submit a copy of their CV with a cover letter outlining how they meet the above criteria, or equivalent
Applicants are also required to provide a recent police check (not more than 90 days old)

International Students:

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline
At least two years relevant policing experience in a managerial or leadership role
International student applicants whose entry qualifications were obtained in an institution where English is not the language of instruction normally require an International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) of 6.5, with a score of not less than 6.0 in any of the four skill areas, or equivalent
International students must hold a valid student visa
Applicants must submit a copy of their CV with a cover letter outlining how they meet the above criteria, or equivalent
Applicants are also required to provide a recent police check (not more than 90 days old)

Special or Alternative Admission Arrangements:

Special admission pathways are also open for educationally disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
These applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis with Recognition of Prior Learning, professional accreditations and the provision of a portfolio of work for entry to micro credential and single units

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):

Credit for previous learning may be obtained through the processes of articulation, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning or a combination of these processes
Students who have successfully completed accredited study or courses at recognised tertiary institutions may apply for a Transfer of Credit
A certified copy of an official transcript detailing studies undertaken must be submitted with the Credit Transfer and RPL Application Form
RPL from life and work experience will also be considered upon request

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course may find employment in a range of professional and educational contexts, policing organisations, police leadership and cybercrime organisations that require research skills and critical thinking.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units15 units

MGL400

Police Leadership Communication and Impact

MGL401

IT, Decision Making and Governance

MPL400

Advanced Policing and Essential Services

MPL402

Community Policing and Public Order

MCL404

Violent Extremism and Hate Crimes

MGL501

People, Culture and Leadership

RES505

Applied Research Methods

MPL507

Emergency and Risk Management

RES520

Capstone Project

10 credit points; may be replaced by RES521 Research Project (20 credit points) + 1 elective

RES521

Research Project

20 credit points; alternative to RES520 Capstone Project + 2 electives

MPL501

New Perspectives and Challenges in Policing

Traditional Policing specialisation unit

MPL503

Road Safety and Best Practice

Traditional Policing specialisation unit

MGL502

Strategic Resources Allocation

Available in both Traditional Policing and Future Policing specialisations

MPL504

Smart Policing and New Technologies

Future Policing specialisation unit

MCL506

Technology Enhanced Organised Crime

Future Policing specialisation unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the two specialisation options available in the Master of Police Leadership?

The Master of Police Leadership offers two specialisation options: Traditional Policing (comprising MPL501 New Perspectives and Challenges in Policing, MPL503 Road Safety and Best Practice, and MGL502 Strategic Resources Allocation) and Future Policing (comprising MPL504 Smart Policing and New Technologies, MGL502 Strategic Resources Allocation, and MCL506 Technology Enhanced Organised Crime).

What are the total fees for the Master of Police Leadership for domestic and international students?

For domestic students, the tuition per unit is AUD $2,500, with total course fees of AUD $40,000, a one-time non-refundable application fee of AUD $500, and AUD $10,000 paid up front. For international students, the tuition per unit is AUD $3,125, with total tuition fees of AUD $50,000, a non-refundable deposit of AUD $500, and AUD $12,500 paid up front prior to issue of Confirmation of Enrolment.

What work experience is required to be admitted to the Master of Police Leadership?

Both domestic and international applicants must have completed an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline and have at least two years relevant policing experience in a managerial or leadership role. Applicants must also submit a copy of their CV with a cover letter and a recent police check not more than 90 days old.

How is the Master of Police Leadership structured in terms of credit points?

The Master of Police Leadership includes four semesters with a total of 160 credit points, structured as follows: 80 credit points of core units, 30 credit points of specialisation, 10 credit points of capstone project, and 40 credit points of electives. Note that the RES520 Capstone Project (10 credit points) plus 2 electives may be replaced by RES521 Research Project (20 credit points) plus 1 elective.

What are the English language requirements for international students applying to this course?

International student applicants whose entry qualifications were obtained in an institution where English is not the language of instruction normally require an International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) score of 6.5, with a score of not less than 6.0 in any of the four skill areas, or equivalent.

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