Police in the state security system Field of study: National and International Security
Programme code: W3-S1BM19.2024

Module name: Police in the state security system
Module code: W3-BM-S1-PSBP
Programme code: W3-S1BM19.2024
Semester: summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module aims to provide students with comprehensive and advanced knowledge about the role, functions and organization of the police as a critical element in the state's internal security system. This module covers both theoretical foundations and practical aspects of the functioning of the police in Poland.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
demonstrates a high level of ethical behaviour and professionalism in policing. Is ready to recognize the importance of honesty, responsibility and transparency in the work of the Police and their impact on the legitimacy of the activities of this institution in public opinion [K01]
 BM_1_K03 [3/5] BM_1_K05 [4/5]
is ready to initiate and conduct projects and social campaigns aimed at improving public safety, involving local leaders, residents and experts in this process [K02]
 BM_1_K02 [3/5] BM_1_K03 [4/5] BM_1_K06 [5/5]
is able to use the acquired knowledge to analyze and evaluate police activities in the context of ensuring public safety [U01]
 BM_1_U01 [4/5] BM_1_U03 [4/5]
can understand the importance of the relationship between the police and society and apply methods of building social trust in practice [U02]
 BM_1_U06 [3/5] BM_1_U07 [4/5]
knows and understands to an advanced degree the role and importance of the police in the state security system [W01]
 BM_1_W03 [4/5] BM_1_W07 [3/5] BM_1_W08 [4/5] BM_1_W09 [4/5]
has advanced knowledge and understanding of the legal and organizational principles of functioning of the police in Poland [W02]
 BM_1_W02 [3/5] BM_1_W04 [4/5] BM_1_W08 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [PSBP_fs_1] 30 Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Video show [c02] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work K01 K02 U01 U02 W01 W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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