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Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice Course Handbook

Faculty of Life Sciences and Education School of Health, Sport and Professional Practice

Academic Manager: Hannah Coombs

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‘Welcome to Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police and to an ambitious new partnership with University of South Wales. Your training over the next three years will be focused on providing you with the best possible introduction to the highly demanding but very rewarding role of Police Constable. The programme will be challenging however, it is aimed at preparing you for a profession which requires high levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to analyse and manage rapidly evolving events. In return for your efforts you will be awarded an honours degree in Professional Policing Practice or Diploma in Professional Policing Practice. The communities of Dyfed Powys have long enjoyed enviable standards of policing delivered with pride by a passionate and committed workforce. I am confident that this new undertaking will continue that proud tradition.’ Mark Collins Chief Constable Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police

WELCOME FROM THE CHIEF CONSTABLE OF

HEDDLU DYFED POWYS POLICE

WELCOME FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice | Course Handbook

‘As the Head of School for Health, Sport and Professional Practice, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the University of South Wales. We are all committed to ensuring that you have the highest possible student experience during your time with us and I know that your lecturers will provide strong support as you progress through your course. You will have some excellent opportunities to develop during your time with us and I urge you to take these. I sincerely hope that you not only learn and grow whilst you are with us but also enjoy the experience of learning and being in a University which cares very much about its students.’ Dr. James Gravelle School of Health, Sport and Professional Practice, Faculty of Life Sciences and Education University of South Wales

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1. Introduction and Welcome 4 2. The Course Context 6 3. Introduction to the Course Team 7 4. Course Content and Description 8 4.1. Course Aims and Learning Outcomes 8 4.2. Course Map 9 4.3. Your Learning 10 4.4. Access to Materials Online - Unilearn 11 4.5. The Learning Process 12 4.6. Academic Misconduct 13 4.7. Study Skills 13 5. Assessment 14 5.1. Types of Assessment 14 5.2. Your Schedule of Assessments 14 5.3. How to Submit Work 15 5.4. Feedback on your Work 16 5.5. How USW Mark 16 5.6. Referencing 18 5.7. Extenuating Circumstances 19 5.8. Reassessment Arrangements 20 5.9. Practical Assessment in the Workplace 20 6. Your Progress 22 6.1. Personal Coaching and Progress Monitoring 23 6.2. Attendance 24 6.3. Library Services 24 6.4. How your Degree Classification is Calculated 25 6.5. External Examiner 25 6.6. Student Casework (Student Regulations) 25 7. Your Feedback 26 7.1. Student Representatives and Student Mentors 27 8. Materials and Equipment for the Course 28 8.1. Printing Services 28 9. Timetable 30 10. Our Expectations of You 31 10.1. Rules and Regulations 31 10.2. IT and Social Media 31 10.3. Keeping in Touch 32 10.4. Changes to Personal Details 32 10.5. Communication 33 11. Welsh at University of South Wales / Cymraeg ym Mhrifysgol De Cymru 34 12. Health, Safety and Wellbeing 34 13. General Information 35 13.1. Student Support Services 35 13.2. Campus Maps 35 13.3. Students Union 35 13.4. Course Structure and Module Content (ICIS) Database 36 13.5. Examinations 36 13.6. Results 36 13.7. Graduation 36 13.8. Thanks 36


CONTENTS


Welcome to the University of South Wales (USW) on the Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice. This handbook will provide you with the information you need about your course and its organisation. It tells you about how the scheme operates and acts as a useful ‘Go To’ guide for information about the major sources of help available here at the University. It also outlines key assessment regulations and essential information about appeals and disciplinary procedures. Other information in this booklet includes details of some of the key staff connected with your course, and a calendar of important dates e.g. term dates, holidays, etc. The University is working in partnership with Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police (HDPP) and delivery of the training is shared by the organisations. The initial training phase of the programme of study will be based at Police Headquarters, Carmarthen. The remainder of the practice based course will be carried out within the communities of the force area. This diploma has been designed to meet the needs of those forging an exciting career within policing. Your employability is important to us, as is your overall student experience and the teaching team here are keen to ensure that you progress, develop and learn in an environment that is professional and challenging and makes full use of a wide range of assessment and learning methods. The academic and practical elements of the course complement each other and assignments and placements have been specifically developed to ensure this is achieved. Enjoy your learning with us and make sure that you take every opportunity with which you are presented. Make sure that you look back on your time with us at USW with fond memories and no regrets. This is your chance to shape your future career and get the knowledge, skills and experience you require to achieve Full Operational Competence. The efforts you put in now will pay dividends in the future. Policing is changing and it needs well qualified graduates who are equipped to deal with the challenges the future will no doubt bring. We are here to support you in your learning so if you need to locate a particular member of staff then please do contact them, details shown in section 3 of this handbook. You will have access to your own personal copy of your student set timetable but you are strongly advised to monitor notifications sent to you as updating will inevitably occur from time to time. We all wish you every success in your studies!

Hannah Coombs

Hannah Coombs LLB (Hons), PGCE Academic Manager [email protected]

1. INTRODUCTION AND WELCOME


Welcome to Learning and Development Services. We are committed to supporting your professional development during a time of great change. The Police Service is a fantastic career and you are now part of it which is why we want you to enjoy and make the most of your training and graduation before taking the office of police constable. Together with USW, we have the combined expertise to help and support you on your journey, one which I’m sure you will make the most of through hard work and dedication. You are now part of the Police family and we are glad to have you with us. Cofion / Regards,

Gary Mills Uwcharolygydd/Superintendent




The College of Policing in consultation with UK police forces has introduced a qualification framework to professionalise the role of police officers at every rank. The result is that from the role of police constable upwards, the police service is becoming a graduate profession. To achieve this, the service now needs the assistance of the Higher Education sector to deliver two of the new programmes, one is the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) and the other is the Degree Holders Entry Programme (DHEP), on which you are enrolled. The qualification for the DHEP is the ‘Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice’ which is a practice based qualification that provides student police officers with the skills and abilities needed in 21st century policing. Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police and the University of South Wales are working in collaboration to deliver the programme to all new HDPP police officer recruits and are fully committed to support students in meeting these needs both academically and occupationally. From your first day you will be both a serving Police Officer and an USW student. HDPP and USW will work closely at every stage of the programme and will share any necessary information that affects your development and during your probationary period. Examples of information may include student engagement, assessments gradings, attendance and conduct (not an exhaustive list). The DHEP is a two year, part time programme but you will be working full time, equivalent to 40 hours per week. In the event that you are afforded a part time working arrangement with the employer, the proportionate rate at which you study will be reviewed accordingly. When you achieve all academic and practice based competencies you will be Fully Occupationally Competent (FOC) and will have completed your probationary period with the employer. Your training will be delivered on Dyfed Powys Police premises and the initial six month training phase will be delivered at;

Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police

Police Headquarters, Llangunnor, Carmarthen SA31 2PF USW is situated in various locations across South Wales, including the town of Pontypridd and the cities of Cardiff and Newport. Your course is run by the Faculty of Life Sciences and Education and as an University student, you have the opportunity to use facilities at all campuses. Details of the facilities available at each of the campuses can be found on the Campus Facilities UniLife1 page, or by following this link: https://www.southwales.ac.uk/about/location/

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2. THE COURSE CONTEXT


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Details of the lecturers/trainers delivering your Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice are listed below. University staff are based at the Glyntaff Campus, Pontypridd and some specialists are brought in to teach when required. Police trainers who deliver on the initial 6 month training phase are based at Police Headquarters, Carmarthen. This handbook also identifies a number of student/employee support services that may assist you, both on an academic and a personal level. Some offer generic support whilst others offer specific specialist advice. You are welcome to contact them directly, however, you may prefer to contact a member of the training team that may be better placed to advise you as the first point of contact.


3. INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE TEAM

Advice Centres/Zones Each campus has an Advice Centre/Zone. Advice Centre/Zone staff offer a friendly, impartial and non-judgemental service, where you can talk openly in a confidential environment. They can work with you to find a resolution including guiding you towards any specialist support you may need. If you are experiencing difficulties or Extenuating Circumstances. Each campus has an Advice Centre/Zone. Advice Centre/Zone staff offer a friendly, impartial and non-judgemental service, where you can talk openly in a confidential environment. They can work with you to find a resolution including guiding you towards any specialist support you may need. If you are experiencing difficulties or https://www.southwales.ac.uk/getting-started/welcome-week/ HDPP HDPP also offer a number of support services some of which are referred to in the handbook and full details are available from the Human Resources Department. You may be aware that you will need additional support and require reasonable adjustments in place for you. We encourage you to make us aware of this at the earliest opportunity so that we can put things in place at an early stage.

Name Title Module Telephone E-Mail Miss Hannah Coombs Academic All Modules 01443 654226 [email protected] Manager Mr Gareth Evans PEQF All Modules 01443 654226 [email protected] Operational Programme Manager Richard Law Course Leader All Modules [email protected] and Lecturer PS 839 Heulwen Aston Assessment and All Modules 0845 33 2000 [email protected] Accreditation ext 23524 Sergeant PS 1063 Rob Gravelle Learning and Initial Training Phase 0845 33 2000 [email protected] Development ex 23509 Sergeant PC 831 Claire Evans Police Trainer Initial Training Phase 0845 33 2000 [email protected] ex 23524 PC 272 Catherine King Police Trainer Initial Training Phase 0845 33 2000 [email protected] ex 23529 PC 233 Owen Griffiths Police Trainer Initial Training Phase 0845 33 2000 [email protected] ex 23523 PC 62 Alun Davies Police Trainer Initial Training Phase 0845 33 2000 [email protected] ex 23524

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The course aims and learning outcomes are focused upon developing students acquiring the knowledge and practical skills needed to become an efficient and effective police officer. The educational aims and learning outcomes reflect the standards stated by the College of Policing and the Police Forces of England and Wales. 4.1 Course Aims and Outcomes Understand the legal and professional responsibilities of policing as a profession, and modern policing strategies. Employ an ethical approach to policing, maintaining the highest professional standards in providing service to the public. Proactively embed equality, diversity and human rights considerations as a core function of professional practice. Acquire and apply appropriate research skills in order to put evidence based policing initiatives into practice. Understand, employ and evaluate evidence based initiatives in the context of preventative policing and problem solving. Enable decision making founded upon critical thinking, in complex professional situations and contexts, demonstrating appropriate knowledge and application of powers, legislation and Authorised Professional Practice. Enable the exercise of autonomy and professional discretion, as appropriate to the role of police constable. Acquire use and enhance professional communication and engagement skills, including effective use of social media in policing. Acquire and demonstrate leadership, team working and partnership working skills in a policing context. Develop and maintain professional resilience in dealing with challenging situations. Actively engage in continual self reflection, evolving strategies to improve own professional practice Your learning journey will consist of academic modules (see Course Map below) that has practical elements integrated into them. You will be required to evidence practical competency by completing an Operational Competency Portfolio (OCP) of the skills you have demonstrated in the workplace. You will need to achieve Independent Patrol Status (IPS) by the end of your first year and complete the portfolio by the end of year 2. To successfully complete your 2 year probationary period and attain the qualification you will need to have evidenced all practice based competencies and passed all academic modules.

4. Course Content and Description




4.2 Course Map Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice YEAR ONE

Module Titles All Modules are 10 Credits

Role of the Police

Responding to Incidents

Continuous Improvement

Working with Communities

Prevention and Protection

Evidence and Investigation

Module Titles All Modules are 20 Credits

Response Policing (Advanced)

Community Policing (Advanced)

Modern Investigations (Advanced)

YEAR TWO


DHEP Student Journey

Year 1


Months 1-6 | Initial Training Phase

Knowledge, Understanding and Practical elements of Year 1 curriculum. Police specific training e.g. IT, Officer Safety, Driving Course

Employer led delivery to ensure programme meets organisational needs.

All academic assessments to be managed by the USW ensuring learning outcomes are met and learning meets academic standards.

OPERATIONALLY DEPLOYED

Months 7-9 | Tutoring Phase

1:1 Tutoring Period gathering evidence towards achieving Independent Patrol Status in Operational Competency Portfolio

Months 10-12 | IPS Phase

Mentoring Period on shift. Gather evidence towards Full Operational Competence in Operational Competency Portfolio

Student development will be supported by a qualified tutor constable in the workplace within tutor pods until the student has evidenced the competence to patrol independently.

USW will continue to assess the academic capability through a series of assignments based on the students’ operational

experience.

GATEWAY 1 – INDEPENDENT PATROL & 60 CREDITS LEVEL 6

Months 13-24 | Continuous Development

Consolidated Learning linked to Full Operational Competence Advanced Professional Development in a specified area; • Response Policing • Neighbourhood Policing • Policing the Roads • Information and Intelligence • Conducting Investigations

Students should complete the OCP by the end of Year 2.

USW will continue to assess the academic capability through a series of assignments based on the students’ operational experience.

Students will achieve FOC by evidencing both academic achievement and demonstrating operational competence in the workplace.

GATEWAY 2 – FULL OPERATIONAL COMPETENCE & 60 CREDITS LEVEL 6

CODE OF ETHICS AND USW STUDENT RULES MUST BE MAINTAINED THROUGHOUT.

Year 2


4.3 Your Learning In addition to this Handbook you will receive information packs from both the Police HR department and the University Student Services team. At the start of the course, you will receive a number of sessions from both organisations that will cover a number of questions you may have, from, accessing an email account to how many annual leave days you are entitled. These sessions will also provide you with an opportunity to ask any further questions you may have. The induction phase has been developed by both HDPP and USW to ensure that you receive the important information you need as a serving police officer and as an university student. During this week you will also receive inputs from specialist departments, such the professional standards department, occupational health and the police federation. During induction you will be given a detailed timetable of the initial training phase and route map of the entire three year programme. Within this course, learning will be a mix of both lecturer-led and student-led inputs, depending on the topic. A wide variety of teaching methodologies are used in the presentation of lecture material in order to encourage and foster your learning capabilities, to enable you to achieve the aims of the course. Formal lectures are used to impart a pool of knowledge particularly in the early stages and also to define the basic areas of study. The learning processes are then continued, developed and consolidated through other methods, such as tutorials, project work, case studies, simulated scenarios and work based learning to promote maximum participation by all students. Much of your learning will be distance on-line learning maximising technological opportunities. You are ‘reading’ for a Level 6 qualification and to that end, we expect you to add to the basic framework we provide, through wider and more detailed study. We are encouraging you to be a self-sufficient, lifelong learner that takes personal responsibility for your own continuous professional development. This is a practice based qualification and as such, a significant portion of your learning will occur in the workplace. You will need to adopt a self-reflective approach and seek ways to develop yourself into being the best police officer you can be. 4.4 Access to Materials Online – Unilearn The University’s online learning environment, UniLearn, provides access to information about your course and materials and for each of your modules to support your learning as set out in the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Minimum Requirements Policy. Further details and help with using UniLearn can be found at: http://studentit.southwales.ac.uk/ Details of all your assessments are provided through UniLearn and short-notice changes will also be posted here, so it’s important to log in regularly. Further on-line learning materials are offered by the Police and the College of Policing via a personal login account. https://www.mle.ncalt.com/Account/Login


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4.5 The Learning Process You will be involved in four types of learning: 1. Contact with your lecturer (supported hours). 2. Study outside class times as directed by your lecturer (directed learning). 3. Study at your own initiative (independent learning). 4. On the job training (work based) Together, these make up the ‘total study hours’. A typical 20 credit module has a notional 200 total study hours and a 10 credit module has a notional 100 total study hours. You will take 60 credits in each year, 6 X 10 credit modules in Year 1 and 3 X 20 credit modules in Year 2. There is a duty placed on the police service to ensure public safety and that all new recruits will receive a standardised level of training before being deployed operationally. To provide students with every opportunity to meet this standard, the force will offer additional support during Year One. The proportion of supported hours, directed learning and independent learning will change during your studies. For example, in your first year you may have more supported hours in comparison to your second year as by this stage you will be capable of advanced independent learning. You will receive protected learning time for off the job training across the programme. This includes supported learning, directed learning and independent learning, however it should be noted that in order to maximise this learning opportunity and take advantage of the wealth of information available it is likely that you may need to carry out some study during your own personal time which is unpaid.




4.6 Academic Misconduct The 2018/19 University of South Wales Academic Misconduct Regulations define academic misconduct as: ‘any action or attempted action that may result in creating an unfair academic advantage or disadvantage for any other member(s) of the academic community’ Developing knowledge often requires us to consider the work of other scholars and practitioners. For example, if you were analysing a famous work of art, or piece of music it would make sense to find out what other scholars have written about the subject as well as developing your own opinions. Understanding how to use the work of other scholars and practitioners, including your peers, to develop your own insights into a subject is an important professional skill. It is not acceptable to use the work of others without explicit acknowledgement. In this context, ‘work’ means words, ideas or creative output. It doesn’t matter if this ‘work’ is published or unpublished, including material from the internet. This means that whenever you include the work of others in your own assignments, you must provide a reference. Referencing correctly allows you to give respect to the original creators of the work. During your course, you will be expected to follow professional academic conventions to acknowledge when you have referred to others’ work. If you fail to do so, this could be considered an academic offence, for which there are penalties which could affect your final results. The main categories of academic misconduct are: The main categories are as follows: l Intention to break the regulations l Plagiarism l Cheating l Contract Cheating l Falsification l Recycling l Collusion As all students on this programme are serving police officers they are subject to the ‘Code of Ethics’ and ‘Standards of Professional Behaviour’ set out by the police service. Any breaches of academic misconduct will be reported to the employer which may result in employer disciplinary action. 4.7 Study Skills A comprehensive list of helpful online resources and information related to study skills including writing, referencing and I.T. skills can be found at: http://studyskills.southwales.ac.uk/

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5.1 Types of Assessment The methods of assessment adopted have been chosen to reflect the nature of the assessments expected of those entering the policing profession. There is a mixture of phase tests and examinations with practical and interactive exercises too, as well as more traditional reports and essays. Assessment is both summative and formative. Formative assessments do not generate a recorded mark but will be used to facilitate learning and give you and your tutor an idea of your progress. The police service has a duty to ensure public safety and there is an expectation that all new recruits will attain a minimum level of knowledge and understanding of key areas of policing during the initial police learning phase, before being deployed operationally. For this reason, you are required to pass mandatory in class tests before being operationally deployed. These tests does not carry module credits but does provide assurance that students have the level of knowledge required to apply this knowledge in the workplace, which does carry module credits. A schedule of the qualification’s summative assessments can be seen below. The months have been inserted as a guide to help you plan, however, exact dates will be provided to you during your induction. Whilst the general structure will be followed, submission dates may sit outside the month indicated. 5.2 Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice - Assessment Schedule

5. ASSESSMENT



Role of the Police

Assessment Methods:

Month 2 Written Report (40%)

Month 2 In Class Test (0%)

Month 10 Presentation (40%)

Month 10 Portfolio (20%)

Continuous Improvement

Assessment Methods:

Month 4 Written Assignment

(50%) Month 10

Presentation (50%)

Responding to Incidents

Assessment Methods:




Prevention and Protection

Assessment Methods:





Evidence and Investigation

Assessment Methods:





Working with Communities

Assessment Methods:





Community Policing (Advanced)

Assessment Methods:

Month 6 - Written Report (40%) Month 7 - Presentation (40%) Month 10 – Portfolio (20%)

Response Policing (Advanced)

Assessment Methods:

Month 4 – Presentation (80%) Month 10 – Portfolio (20%)

Modern Investigations (Advanced)

Assessment Methods: Month 9 - Written Report (40%) Month 10 - Presentation (40%)

Month 10 – Portfolio (20%)

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5.3 How to Submit Work Arrangements for the submission of your coursework will be confirmed by your module tutor(s). The University has a policy of online submission via the Turnitin® (which is accessed via Blackboard) and therefore the majority of your work will be submitted via this facility. However, you will be advised of alternative arrangements where online submission is impractical. For further information and guidance relating online submission please refer to the Turnitin Guide2 on UniLife. Please note that unless you are advised of a specific hand-in time, the following deadline times will apply: l Online submissions – 11:59pm (23:59) l Submission of work should be electronic and submitted via Turnitin unless other instructions are expressed by your Module Tutor. l You should keep electronic copies of all submissions. l You should retain your copy of the electronic receipt generated when you submit work via Turnitin. l If you experience IT difficulties when submitting work you should email an electronic copy BEFORE the deadline to the Module Tutor informing them of your difficulties. An electronic copy must still be submitted at a later date and must be identical to the one emailed to the Module Tutor with the document properties showing no further modifications. By submitting a piece of work you are declaring that you are ‘fit to sit’ the assignment. This is still the case even if you have submitted and been accepted as having extenuating circumstances. If you meet the submission deadline, you will be awarded the full mark that your work is worth. If for some reason you fail to meet the deadline, then you have FIVE working days in which to submit your work but the maximum mark you can be awarded for this piece of work is 40% as this work will then be ‘capped’ at 40%. If you hand in your work later than FIVE working days past the deadline, or if you do not hand in the work at all, you will receive a mark of 0. Please note that all assignments should be submitted online unless your faculty has formally approved an exception for other forms of submission. The Advice Zone should be used for physical submissions, unless you have arranged assignment submission/receipting with the Advice Zone. Please note that the Advice Zone can only receipt assignments that have been formally approved as being exempt – for further information see the Assignment Submission Required Process: https://celt.southwales.ac.uk/


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5.4 How we Mark and Feedback The purpose of feedback is to help you understand how you can improve your work in future. Feedback doesn’t just happen at the end of the module, or when you have submitted a piece of assessment material. It happens continuously throughout your course – and in a variety of ways. Feedback can be very informal, such as a verbal comment from your lecturer/trainer on how you well you have done in a class-based activity. This is called formative feedback. It doesn’t contribute to your module mark, but this feedback helps you to understand what you need to do to succeed in your assessed work. You’ll get more formal written or verbal feedback on your assessed work – called summative feedback - within 20 working days of submission (this is often referred to as ‘the 20 Day Rule’). When you receive feedback, whether it is formal or informal, written or verbal, you should always consider it very carefully as it will help you to achieve even better results next time. You will also receive feedback in the workplace, initially from your tutor, who will give you formative feedback regarding how you are progressing. You will also have reviews, where your occupational competency will be summatively assessed and where appropriate, assessment criteria will be signed off in the Operational Competency Portfolio or given a developmental plan. Throughout your programme you will receive feedback from a number of occupationally experienced staff, for example, supervisors and assessors. 5.5 How USW Mark There are several safeguards in place to give you confidence that your work is being marked fairly, and that your marks are equitable with other courses at the University and across the UK. After your lecturer has marked your work, a double marking and moderation process takes place, whereby coursework is checked by a second marker. This ensures that the marks which have been awarded are fair. Finally, an External Examiner from another institution also checks the work and verifies that the grades awarded are on a par with those at other Universities. Further details are viewable on these websites: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/regulations-taught-courses/


20 days may seem like a long time to wait, but please remember that staff have lots of other duties as well as marking, such as teaching other modules, research and administration.

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5.6 Referencing Students are required to follow the USW Harvard referencing guidelines. These guidelines are for all in text citation as well as reference lists to be placed at the end of pieces of work. Don’t panic, you will be taught how to do this during some teaching sessions. However, please become familiar with how to reference, further guidance can be found this hyperlink: https://library.southwales.ac.uk/collections-subject-guides/referencing/


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5.7 Extenuating Circumstances We recognise that there are certain times when you may not perform as well in an examination or assessment as you might have expected. In order to ensure that all students are treated fairly, and to make sure that students with genuine reasons for poor performance are not disadvantaged, the University has implemented an extenuating circumstances procedure. Further information on the procedure and how to submit a claim are available from the Extenuating Circumstances page on Unilife https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/extenuating-circumstances/ And the FAQ section on Advice Zone Online: https://advice.southwales.ac.uk/ If you are experiencing difficulties or Extenuating Circumstances, whether these are personal or academic, and these are affecting your ability to study, please make the campus Advice Centre/Zone your first port of call. Details of each campus advice centre/zone can be found at: https://www.southwales.ac.uk/getting-started/welcome-week/



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5.8 Reassessment Arrangements The examination boards will determine whether you have passed your ‘modules’ and then whether you can progress to the next level of your course or receive your award. You should assume that in order to pass the module at re-sit you will need to get 40% in every part you resubmit or re-sit. It should be noted that the Force has stipulated that students should be offered one opportunity to resit each assessment. HDPP are clear in that students who do not pass all the modules for the year will not have achieved the minimum standard expected and will implement Regulation 13 to dispense with your services. As this is a practice based qualification, only serving police officers can be on the programme and therefore, should your services be dispensed with, you will not be able to continue on this course. HDPP do however, reserve the right to consider each individual case and decide whether to allow a student to resit an assessment for a second time. A re-sit is defined as an opportunity to pass a module without further teaching input. Only failed elements of assessment may be retaken, marks for passed elements of assessment are carried forward. If you do not re-sit a failed element, a mark of 0% will be given for that element. You must take the re-sit at the earliest available opportunity. However, where a subject assessment board determines that this is not possible, for example because the assessment requires studio facilities or involves group work, they are held in the following academic session. Re-sits are only allowable in cases of failure. Examiners cannot require you to re-sit any passed modules and you cannot choose to re-sit a passed module in order to improve a grade. 3 Please note that if you have to re-submit an assessment it is your responsibility to find out the date of resubmission (on UniLife) and seek supervision prior to the resubmission. Information on results and re-submission is not sent to you via a letter through the post; it is only available via your student online account. 5.9 Practical Assessments in the Workplace In addition to the academic assessments you are required to demonstrate practical ability to apply knowledge and skills in the workplace. This is evidenced through completion of the Operational Competency Portfolio (OCP), which directs you in what assessment criteria is being tested. You will need to evidence that you have reached Independent Patrol Status (IPS) by the end of the 1st Year and completed the portfolio by the end of the 2nd Year. You will be supported throughout this programme however, failure to achieve the expected development will prevent you from progressing through the gateway and may result in the employer dispensing with your services and withdrawing the opportunity to study on this course. (Regulation 12/13 Police Regulations 2003). To support you in this HDPP has experienced qualified staff to guide you through each phase of the programme. After completing the Initial Training Phase (6 months) you will posted to work in an area within the HDPP force boundaries. You will be assigned a qualified tutor, who is an experienced police officer to work with you for a twelve week period. Most students attain IPS by the end of this period,


The overall module mark for any re-sit module will be capped at 40%.


however, there is provision where tutorship can be extended as part of a developmental plan. All students must have reached IPS by the end of Year 1 to pass through a set Gateway and progress with the programme. You will then be posted onto a shift with supervisors and colleagues to help you consolidate your learning and develop your operational skills further. HDPP has occupationally qualified staff in place to support and assess you throughout the probationary period and a robust process that ensures you are offered every opportunity. The HDPP assessment strategy document explains the process in detail and is available from your HDPP class trainer if required. You will also be given various deployments across a number of policing areas to promote your development.


To become an efficient and effective Police Officer you will need to evidence competency in all academic and practical elements of this course. To monitor your progress a series of Gateways has been introduced that stipulates set criteria that must have been achieved to progress to the next phase (e.g. academic modules, independent patrol status). You will also be expected to maintain the high standards of behaviour expected of you as a police officer and a student. In the event that the above is not met, the employer may dispense with your services (Police (Conduct) Regulations 2012) and you will be removed from the course.

DEGREE HOLDER ENTRY PROGRAMME: SUMMARY OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION GATEWAYS Year 1: l Students will have achieved Independent Patrol Status (IPS) by end of Year 1 l Students will have successfully completed all first-year diploma modules, including all practical performance learning outcomes Year 2: l Students will have successfully completed all academic assessment requirements l Achievement of Full Operational Competence (FOC), evidenced by a work-based Operational Competence Portfolio (OCP) l Successful completion of Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice


6.1 Personal Coaching and Progress Monitoring The USW Year Tutor will have regular contact with you. Your Year Tutor will also be your Personal Tutor, whom you are also encouraged to approach at any time to discuss any issues or ask for help or advice. Your Year Tutor may change from one year to the next. As well as your teaching staff there may also be other staff that can provide help on various non-academic matters with whom you feel comfortable discussing matters and you may wish to use the services and advice offered by the Advice Zone at USW, Pontypridd. All matters discussed will be treated confidentially. Advice Zones are your first point of contact for advice and information regarding university life. Friendly Advice Assistants will be able to answer and advise on your queries, questions or concerns and can book appointments and make referrals to specialist teams and services such as Counselling, Disability and Dyslexia, Money Advice and Student Progression. Details of Advice Zones can be found at: https://advice.southwales.ac.uk

6. YOUR PROGRESS


Advice Zone Online is the University’s online student support system. It is one central place where you can access support

Advice Zone Online Advice Zone Online is the University’s online student support system. It is one central place where you can access support. Advice Zone Online lets students view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and ask new questions, which will connect them with the right team at the University to get help. Operational Competency Progress and Monitoring Throughout the programme you will receive support, feedback and regular reviews from your class trainers, tutors, line managers and qualified assessors to help monitor your progress. The OCP will be reviewed by both USW and HDPP staff when assessing your suitability to progress through a Gateway to the next phase.

You will also have access to HDPP support services such as Police Federation, Occupational Health and Welfare Department.

USW and HDPP staff will keep regular contact to share information as to your progress to

properly evaluate your development.

https://advice.southwales.ac.uk

https://advice.southwales.ac.uk


6.2 Attendance Attendance is crucial to your academic and personal success. Students who attend lectures regularly often achieve the highest grades. We know that there is proven link between your engagement through attending classes, good use of the Virtual Learning Environment (UniLearn), frequent library usage and your success. HDPP is funding this course and you are receiving a salary to complete this course. USW will be supplying the employer with regular reports of your activity in the VLE, contribution to online activities, submission of works and general engagement and development. Failure to sufficiently engage in learning activities may result in employer led disciplinary procedures.



6.3 USW Library Services You can visit any of the University libraries for help with finding information, to access a PC or to find a place to study. There is much more to your library than books on shelves. You have access to a library collection that includes a wide range of DVDs/CDs, journals, newspapers, theses, specialist collections, statistics and maps. Your online experience is well supported through extensive access to e-journals, e-books and other electronic resources. Each library offers a range of study spaces to suit your needs. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to provide guidance and support in person, online or via telephone. Further information can be found at: http://studentlibrary.southwales.ac.uk/


6.4 How your Diploma Classification is Calculated Information regarding how your degree is classified can be found within the University Regulations for Taught Courses listed under section A.2.9.5: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/regulations-taught-courses/

http://studentlibrary.southwales.ac.uk





6.5 External Examiner The External Examiner is an independent academic from another institution who reviews a sample of work from your course to assure the University that marking is fair, that we have applied our regulations properly, and that standards are comparable to other Universities. All Universities have an external examining system and their role gives further assurance, beyond the marking and double marking that your tutors already do in-house, that marking is sound. The External Examiner for Graduate Diploma for Professional Policing Practice is Jackie Roberts, a retired Chief Constable. Can I contact my External Examiner? No. External Examiners are required to remain impartial at all times and they do not participate in determining marks for individual students. Students should not attempt to contact any External Examiner, and External Examiners are not permitted to respond to contacts made by students or anyone on behalf of a student. They will refer the contact back to the University. If you wish to see a report written about your course or a part of your course you should email the Academic Standards and Quality Service at [email protected] 6.6 Student Casework (Student Regulations) Student casework is the term that the University uses to group the following sets of regulations: l Academic Appeals l Academic Misconduct (including plagiarism) l Extenuating Circumstances l Fitness to Practise l Fitness to Study l Student Conduct l Student Complaints Further information can be found at: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/ As all students on this programme are serving police officers you are subject to the ‘Code of Ethics’ and ‘Standards of Professional Behaviour’ set out by the police service. Any breaches of academic misconduct will be reported to the employer which may result in employer disciplinary action. The HDPP policy for dealing with misconduct, underperformance and poor attendance can be found on the HDPP intranet. (Link can only be accessed when on the internal network) http://teams/sites/Intranet/Human%20Resources/Policies%202018%20-%202019/Regulation%2012-13%20Performance%20and%20Attendance%20Policy%20-18th%20December%202018.pdf


https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/



As students of the University of South Wales and HDPP Police Officers, we expect you to be committed to enhancing the reputation of both organisations for your own benefit as well as that of future students. We are committed to deliver a quality product that enhances the student experience and for this reason, we provide many ways in which you can tell us about your experiences: l You can give feedback about your modules and courses at any time via Loop (https://loop.southwales.ac.uk). Your feedback is reported anonymously.

l Speak to lecturers/police trainers and other teaching staff. l You can raise issues with Course Reps and Student Voice Reps, who are there to help improve the courses they represent. Also, you can apply to become a Course Rep or Student Voice Rep yourself! l In your final year, you will be asked to fill in the National Student Survey (NSS), which benchmarks the University against other UK Universities. l HDPP will also ask you for feedback at various points during the programme. This helps us to improve the overall experience for the benefit of future students. In addition, all final year students are invited to take part in the National Student Survey, which benchmarks the University against other UK Universities. Each course has Course Representatives, who meet regularly with the teaching team and Faculty managers to feed back on the progress of the course. If you are unhappy, or particularly pleased, with any aspect of your course, you can feed this back to the teaching team via your Course Representative. If you would like to become a Course Representative, please mention this to your Course Leader. HDPP and USW have regular meetings to evaluate the programme and student feedback is key to understanding its effectiveness.

7. YOUR FEEDBACK


https://loop.southwales.ac.uk

https://loop.southwales.ac.uk


7.1 Student Representatives and Student Mentors The role of Course Representatives is to attend meetings and give feedback to Course Management Teams, propose solutions to problems and actively engage in the organisation and running of a course. Elections for Course Reps are held in class during the first weeks of initial training. Further information about the role and current course representatives can be found at: https://www.uswsu.com/studentvoice/coursereps Student Voice Representatives are appointed at the start of the academic year and are a useful link between students, course representatives, faculty staff and the Students’ Union. For further information about the role and current representatives, ask your course leader or go to: https://www.uswsu.com/studentvoice/svr


The University’s Student Mentoring scheme enables students joining the University to receive support on practical issues from more experienced USW students. Further information can be found at: http://studentmentoring.southwales.ac.uk/

For this course we encourage students who have passed through Gateway 1 to become Student Mentors for newer recruits. This will provide you with evidence for modules that contain leadership and mentoring elements.

https://www.uswsu.com/studentvoice/coursereps

https://www.uswsu.com/studentvoice/svr

https://www.uswsu.com/studentvoice/coursereps

https://www.uswsu.com/studentvoice/svr

http://studentmentoring.southwales.ac.uk/

http://studentmentoring.southwales.ac.uk/


Library facilities are available on all campuses and these are open to all USW students. As well as books and journals, the library is your gateway to online resources such as e-books, databases and subject guides. You can book any specialist equipment you need for practical modules and access technical support when you need it. Technical support can be accessed online, by calling 82882 from any University telephone, or from your mobile/landline on 01443 482882. As serving police officers your are entitled to gain access to the College of Policing on-line library and POLKA. POLKA (the Police OnLine Knowledge Area) is a secure online collaboration tool for the policing community to network, ask questions, share insights, discuss ideas and suggest new ways of working. HDPP students who are attending full day training courses at Police HQ are offered accommodation with access to IT equipment and Wi-FI. There are a number of quiet/study areas across the site. Familiarisation and orientation input are given at the beginning of the course as part of the Induction input.

Print Services The University Print and Design team offer a range of print, design, copy and binding services for students. Further information can be found at: http://uswprintanddesign.co.uk/ Whilst working on police premises you will have access to networked printers.

8. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE COURSE



http://uswprintanddesign.co.uk/

http://uswprintanddesign.co.uk/






Course Timetable Module Leaders/Police Trainers will provide you with further information on module content and student groups. On Day 1 of your course you will be provided with a timetable for the Initial Learning Phase of the programme that is to be delivered at Police Headquarters, Carmarthen. Please note that your timetable is subject to change throughout the year and it is your responsibility to keep abreast of any changes. There are periods of annual leave included in the timetable which you must take as part of your annual leave allocation. You will not be able to take any other annual leave during initial learning. If you need time off due to an emergency you must speak to your HDPP class trainer. Full details of annual leave arrangements will be provided as part of your induction. Post Initial Learning Phase is mainly carried out in the workplace and the blended learning approach allows a great deal of flexibility for the student learning opportunities. That said, certain limitations will apply such as the submission dates for assessments. The Assessment poster in section 5.2 of this handbook gives you an initial plan, specific dates will be set as the time approaches. Specific dates for supported learning (classroom input, reviews etc) will also be made known to you nearer the time and will be rostered on the HDPP staff management systems.

9. TIMETABLE


10.1 Rules and Regulations The Student Charter has been developed jointly by the University of South Wales and its Students’ Union to enable its students to understand what will be expected of them during their studies, and what they can expect of the University. Further information can be found at: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/ See link for details of your terms and conditions https://www.polfed.org/about-us/police-regulations/ As a serving police officer you are also subject to the Code of Practice for the Principles and Standards of Professional Behaviour for the Policing Profession of England and Wales and Police Regulations 2003. Any incidents of professional misconduct will be brought to the attention of the Force, which may result in employer led disciplinary proceedings, your dismissal as a Police Officer and ejection from the Course.


10. OUR EXPECTATIONS OF YOU

10.2 I.T. Regulations and Social Media Information around the I.T. and social media regulations of the University can be found at the following links: http://its.southwales.ac.uk/it-regulations/ https://advice.southwales.ac.uk/a2z/regulations-policies-and-procedures/


https://www.polfed.org/about-us/police-regulations/

https://www.polfed.org/about-us/police-regulations/

http://its.southwales.ac.uk/it-regulations/

https://advice.southwales.ac.uk/a2z/regulations-policies-and-procedures/

http://its.southwales.ac.uk/it-regulations/

https://advice.southwales.ac.uk/a2z/regulations-policies-and-procedures/


http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2012/2632/pdfs/uksi_20122632_en.pdf

https://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Ethics/Ethics-home/Documents/Code_of_Ethics.pdf


10.3 Keeping in Touch, Email and Online Resources USW provides a web portal, UniLife, through which you can access e-mail (University email account), programme materials, library resources, study skills, news and events. You can also browse and reserve library books and equipment online as well as access your personal file storage space. You should check your University email address regularly as while some students may prefer to use their own personal accounts, the University will only communicate with you through your University account. You will also be provided with a HDPP email address. 10.4 Changes to Personal Details HDPP and USW understand that the personal information you provide us at enrolment may change but it is vital that we have accurate contact details for you. We also need your accurate full name as it will be used for formal documentation such as your Transcripts and Certificates. USW 1. Changes such as your phone number or address can be updated immediately using the online service. By selecting “my account” on the Unlife homepage, and clicking the “update your details” link”. 2. Changes to personal information that is normally permanent can also be made by raising a new question in Advice Zone Online or in person at an Advice Centre/Zone. Details are explained here, please note you will be asked for some evidence to confirm the changes.


HDPP Inform HDPP Human Resources department of any changes to personal information.

https://www.southwales.ac.uk/alumni/get-involved/update-your-contact-details/





10.5 Communication Please ensure that you communicate in a respectful, professional manner with each other, with members of staff and external organisations/individuals. In email correspondence, please be polite and avoid text language. Do not expect staff to answer emails immediately, particularly if you have sent them outside the normal working day. If you have not received a response within two working days, send a polite reminder.


Any students who wish to submit University work through the medium of Welsh can do so, regardless of whether or not they are studying in Welsh. Please contact your course leader at the start of the module to state if you wish to submit your assessments in Welsh. There are opportunities to socialise across the University and with other universities across Wales with the University’s Welsh Society. There is also a Welsh Language Officer on the Students’ Union Student Council. Welsh language classes are available for non-Welsh speakers. Full details are available at: https://uso.southwales.ac.uk/welsh-language-unit/

11. WELSH AT UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES/ CYMRAEG YM MHRIFYSGOL DE CYMRU


Fire: If you discover a fire please activate the nearest fire alarm and leave the building via the nearest available fire exit. If the fire alarm sounds, do not stop to collect personal belongings, leave the building immediately via the nearest fire exit. Do not use the lifts. First Aid: If you require first aid please speak to a member of staff who will contact a first aider for you. Specialist Nurse Advisers are available on all campuses at various times during the week. Please take a look at the range of support they offer on Unilife https://health.southwales.ac.uk/ HDPP Occupational Health Services provides access to a range of wellbeing services. All accidents and injuries whilst on duty, need to reported and recorded. Matters of concern: If you are concerned about a health and safety related mater please raise it through faculty staff or your course trainers.

12. HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLBEING

https://uso.southwales.ac.uk/welsh-language-unit/



https://health.southwales.ac.uk/

https://health.southwales.ac.uk/


13.1 Student Support Services There is a variety of specialist student support and facilities available to help you achieve in reaching your academic and career potential: l Careers and Employability Service l Chaplaincy l Childcare l Disability and Dyslexia Service l Health Service l Sport Centre l Student Mentoring l Student Money Advice Team l Study Skills Service l The Wellbeing Service Further information can be found at: https://advice.southwales.ac.uk/a2z/support-services/ During your induction sessions, Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police will provide you with the wide range of student and employee services they offer. Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police as an employer also have a reasonable adjustment procedure in place which may need to be utilised during the training stage. Any specialist learning needs identified during initial assessment, such as dyslexia, are subsequently discussed with Head of Centre and the Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) and additional support provided to the learner. This could mean additional assessor / tutor visits to allow for more time spent with learner. Also assessors should identify the appropriate method of assessment for that learner to suit their requirements. This may take the form of more observations and professional discussions as opposed to written personal statements and assignments. These needs will be added to the learner’s Individual Development / Learning Plan. Our HR Specialist in Attendance & Performance management would be involved in any testing or provision of reasonable adjustments that need to be made for a student officer. Any issues that are identified from either the USW procedures or HDPP procedures will be shared between both parties and any learner support plan that is required will be developed in collaboration with both the force and the University and of course, the learner themselves. 13.2 Campus Maps Some University courses may be delivered upon more than one campus. All campus maps can be found at: https://www.southwales.ac.uk/getting-started/welcome-week/accommodation/campus-maps/ 13.3 Students’ Union The Students’ Union (SU) is all about representing you, so if there is something you need from advice on casework to helping you settle in to university life, we will be there. Every student is a member of the Union, regardless of whether you are a full-time, part-time, undergrad or postgrad student. From activities, events and venues to volunteering and skill-development, we strive to make sure you have the chance to enrich every aspect of your student life. We support over 100 clubs, teams and societies, 700 SVR and Course Reps and annually hold over 150 events at our venues. So whether you want to develop your skills, become a representative on your course or socialise with friends, we’ve got it all. And because we’re for students, not for profit, we make sure every investment you make at your SU is put back into the things you care about most. Further information is available on the SU website: https://www.uswsu.com/ Whilst you will be a student of the University of South Wales for the duration of your studies, you are reminded that as a Police Officer you should not engage in any political activity with regards to the Student Union. (Further guidance, please refer to the Code of Practice for the Principles and Standards of Professional Behaviour for the Policing Profession of England and Wales and Police Regulations 2003.)


13. GENERAL INFORMATION

https://advice.southwales.ac.uk/a2z/support-services/

https://www.southwales.ac.uk/getting-started/welcome-week/accommodation/campus-maps/

https://www.southwales.ac.uk/getting-started/welcome-week/accommodation/campus-maps/

https://www.uswsu.com/


13.4 Course Structure and Module Content (ICIS Database) The Integrated Curriculum Information System (ICIS) database provides details of your course structure and module content. You are able to search for module and course specifications to provide you with the necessary detail around your studies. The link to the database can be found at: https://icis.southwales.ac.uk/ 13.5 Examinations Examination information can be found at: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/exams/ 13.6 Results

Results information can be found at: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/results/ Result can be accessed on the following link: http://results.southwales.ac.uk Information regarding how your degree is classified can be found within the University Regulations for Taught Courses listed under section A.2.9.5: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/student-regulations/ 13.7 Graduation Graduation information can be found at: https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/graduation/ If you are in your final year and expecting to graduate this year, please note that invitations to the graduation ceremonies are sent via email to your university email address and any personal email address that is held on your student record. Please ensure that these are accurate and up to date. You can update your personal details online using Advice Zone Online, which can be accessed via the Unilife homepage: https://www.southwales.ac.uk/getting-started/welcome-week/ To guarantee a place for you and your guests, please respond to the invitation as soon as possible and by the appropriate deadline. If you have not received an invitation, please contact the graduation office - do NOT wait until after your results. Students are invited 'in potentia’ so any student who is deemed ineligible to attend the ceremony following the publication of results will be re-invited to attend the next appropriate graduation ceremony. 13.8 Thank You Thank you for taking your time to read through this course handbook. We sincerely hope that you enjoy your time with Heddlu Dyfed Powys Police and University of South Wales on the Degree Holder Entry Programme. HDPP and USW wish you the best of luck both as a student and in your policing career. We look forward to sharing this experience with you. Professional Policing Practice Team


https://icis.southwales.ac.uk/

https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/exams/

https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/results/

http://results.southwales.ac.uk


https://registry.southwales.ac.uk/graduation/



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