The Centre has an ambitious, innovative and wide-ranging programme of activities involving research, education and knowledge exchange, working collaboratively with police agency partners. The Centre contributes to the work of police agencies as they adapt to a changing policing landscape, with its greater emphasis on evidence-based practice.
About the CentreMeet the teamThe Department for Policing at The Open University offers 2 distinct routes into Apprenticeships for policing staff who are looking to gain a formal qualification whilst working in the forces.
Choose and learn from our OpenLearn platform, showcasing our free online courses in the Policing practice and leadership hub collection.
Read up on the latest reflections from the Department for Policing teaching staff, with shared blogposts and insights from our expert practitioners.
Read the latest published CPRL research from the Centre's academics on a wide range of research topics.
The Centre for Policing Research and Learning Annual Report 2023 celebrates the achievements and key developments in the department's progress over the previous year.
There are many ways to take part in the work of the Centre through our education, research and knowledge into practice programmes.
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