This is the first course guide that has been developed for students of policing. It identifies the core themes and additional source material, providing an essential overview for students and a reference point for use throughout their studies.

The Policing Course Companion is designed to complement and work alongside existing literature. It provides:

"Easy access to the key themes in policing

"Helpful summaries of the approach taken by the main course textbooks

"Guidance on the essential study skills required to pass the course

"Help with...

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