BSc (Hons) Risk and Security Management (Distance Learning) Bachelor's degree at the University of Portsmouth

This module helps you transition to university study, building essential academic skills and confidence for success throughout your degree. This module supports you in your transition to university-level study, giving you a solid foundation for academic success. it focuses on the development of essential skills including reading, writing, presenting, reflecting and critical thinking, all of which are vital for academic achievement and development. We'll encourage you to engage with analytical an

Explore the historical development and structure of policing in england and wales, the growth of private and international policing, and the development of investigative methods and tactics. You'll explore the historical development of policing and the context in which modern policing has emerged. this module examines policing structures in england and wales, considers the growth of private policing and security, and offers international comparisons. we'll also introduce you to core investigatio

This introductory module covers strategic organisational management and security managementyou'll explore key management theories, crime prevention, risk management, and legal requirements relevant to professional practice. On this introductory module, you'll examine how organisations are managed at a strategic level and how security is managed from a technical perspective. we'll introduce you to key theories of management and organisational behaviour, with a focus on managerial roles, group dyn

On this module, you'll get an introduction to risk and crisis management, learning what goes into handling organisational risk and turbulent events. You'll start by examining the concept of risk, the evolution of risk management theories and the strategic, enterprise-wide approaches favoured today. You'll then learn how to apply techniques for identifying, estimating and mitigating risks at each stage of the management cycle. Moving to unpredictable crises, we explore business continuity plannin

On this module, you'll develop your skills in criminology research. You'll deepen your practical knowledge by planning and conducting research investigations, before practising how to communicate your findings in various different ways. You'll work on your research projects both independently and in groups, keeping in mind the ethical dimensions of criminological research and how to uphold integrity.

How are information and communication technologies used to support police investigations? On this module, you'll learn how intelligence analysis and data protection principles are applied to inform investigative work, evaluating new technologically-enhanced techniques. You'll discuss emerging challenges from digital evidence to community partnership approaches. You'll also examine examples of miscarriages of justice to spotlight critical failure points across the legal process.

On this module, you'll examine terrorism and the different ways countries and states around the world respond to it. You'll analyse how groups, from religious extremists to eco-activists, turn to violence, evaluating the psychological and social factors that lead to radicalisation. You'll look in-depth at the strategies created to address counterterror operations, building a nuanced understanding of challenges balancing security, rights and freedoms. Through comparative case studies, you'll appr

Examine cybercrime threats and security strategies on this module, exploring both the intentional and unintentional digital crimes - from hacking to harassment - that endanger individuals and organisations today. You'll think critically about approaches for mitigating the risk of cybercrime, learning how best to respond to attacks and build resilience against constantly advancing threats. By weighing up organisational policies, key theories and the dynamic technological landscape, you'll gain sk

Discover how the discipline of forensic psychology impacts upon criminal justice systems, from police investigations to the courtroom. You'll consider this from a historical and theoretical perspective, and weigh up the efficacy of new innovations in forensic psychology. You'll learn how forensic psychology practices and decision-making impact upon the public, and key players within the justice system.

On this module, you'll explore the world of crime scene investigation and forensics. You'll access our crime scene simulations to learn practical forensic and crime science techniques, before learning how to assess the value of physical evidence in the context of criminal investigations. You'll develop your understanding of key forensic principles so you can appreciate the real-world impact of forensic science across the criminal justice system. By the end of the module, you'll know which scene

Take an in-depth look at the world of organised crime on this module, from the mafia mobsters of yore to today's adaptable, globalised networks. You'll demystify concepts of organised crime while exploring the realities of gang culture through discussion, debate and case studies. You'll analyse international syndicates trafficking everything from wildlife to weapons. You'll also examine responses to these threats, from policing tactics to policies tackling the socioeconomic forces that lead to o

Analyse different approaches to offender rehabilitation within the criminal justice system on this module. You'll examine the theoretical models that underpin diverse rehabilitation initiatives, from restorative justice to desistance promotion, and look at real-world case studies. You'll also consider how rehabilitation works for different kinds of offenders - which rehabilitative methods effectively support specific groups and behaviours?

On this module, you'll look at the development of victimology as a concept in criminology over time, how it has evolved to spotlight victims' experiences and rebalance criminal justice's traditional focus on offenders. You'll assess the reforms that aim to support victims in the criminal justice system. Analysing theoretical models, you'll also gain insight into the factors that make becoming a victim more likely - from domestic abuse to hate crimes.

Understand security at a holistic level on this module, exploring threats and responses across all levels of society. You'll get an introduction to a wide range of crime and security considerations, as well as security agencies and security strategies. You'll consider what security means and how security needs are being addressed at different levels of analysis and policy implementation, ranging from the international, national and community dimensions right through to that of the individual cit

Get familiar with a wide range of key themes surrounding the contested concepts of terrorism and counterterrorism on this module. You'll explore the nature of terrorism, the underlying root causes, enabling factors and strategic considerations of terrorist organisations, and the policy tools designed to pursue terrorist organisations and to prevent attacks. Through historical and modern case studies, you'll discover ways society can counter terrorism despite divergent international approaches.