CRIM20003 Policing

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is CRIM20003 hard?

CRIM20003: About average. Makes it easier: Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Where modern police came from and how they work, covering police culture, misconduct, accountability and whether policing reduces crime.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is CRIM20003 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking CRIM20003?
No prerequisites.
Does CRIM20003 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does CRIM20003 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take CRIM20003 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate CRIM20003?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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