Interrogation tactics and techniques Field of study: National and International Security
Programme code: W3-N1BM19.2024

Module name: Interrogation tactics and techniques
Module code: W3-BM-N1-TTP
Programme code: W3-N1BM19.2024
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module aims to familiarize students with the theory and practice of conducting interrogations as part of forensic procedures. Students will be acquainted with techniques and strategies that enable effective information acquisition by applicable laws and ethical principles.
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]
is ready to critically analyze the interrogation methods he uses, assessing their effectiveness and compliance with applicable ethical and legal standards [K01]
 BM_1_K04 [4/5] BM_1_K05 [4/5]
is willing to establish and maintain cooperation with various institutions, such as the police, courts, non-governmental organizations and human rights institutions, to work together to improve interrogation practices and ensure compliance with the highest legal and ethical standards [K02]
 BM_1_K01 [2/5] BM_1_K02 [4/5] BM_1_K03 [4/5] BM_1_K05 [4/5] BM_1_K06 [5/5]
is able to use the acquired knowledge to plan, prepare and conduct a simulation of an interrogation, including the selection of appropriate questions, strategies and prepare the place of interrogation [U01]
 BM_1_U01 [4/5] BM_1_U02 [3/5] BM_1_U05 [3/5] BM_1_U08 [4/5]
is able to analyze and then interpret the information collected during interrogations, using the tools and techniques acquired during the module [U02]
 BM_1_U01 [4/5] BM_1_U03 [4/5] BM_1_U09 [4/5]
knows and understands at an advanced level the definitions, goals and importance of interrogations in the context of forensic procedures and criminal law [W01]
 BM_1_W02 [4/5] BM_1_W04 [4/5] BM_1_W08 [4/5] BM_1_W09 [4/5]
knows and understands to an advanced degree various interrogation techniques, such as the Reid method, cognitive technique, or FBI techniques, taking into account their roles, principles and practical applications [W02]
 BM_1_W03 [4/5] BM_1_W05 [4/5] BM_1_W09 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [TTP_fs_1] 20 Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
SWOT analysis [b10] 
Video show [c02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Observation [e06] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		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.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
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
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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