Police Training and Education in Malmö, Sweden

Key Information
Eligibility
About

Key Information

Information

Application Deadline: 21/10/24 at 9:00 am

Opportunity type: Academic-led trips

Faculty: Health and Life Sciences

Ref: 10008919

Dates

Departure Date: 24/02/25

Return Date: 28/02/25

Costs

£450: the estimated cost for travel and accommodation (excluding any support). Students will also be required to pay for: UK and in-country transfers, visits, food and drink, visa (if applicable))

Funding

DMU Global Bursary: £200

Booking

Accommodation: Shared rooms will be provided in a hostel/hotel

Travel: Travel booked by DMU (students travel as a group)

Contact

General Enquiries: Global Mobility Office - dmuglobal@dmu.ac.uk

Trip Lead: Adam Verity - adam.verity@dmu.ac.uk

How to pay

Payment details: Students will be required to pay £250 as a contribution towards the cost of travel, accommodation and transfers (if included) after being offered a place on the trip. The DMU Global bursary will be deducted directly from the overall cost of the booking.

Carbon Levy

Student contribution: To offset the carbon emissions from the flight for this trip there is a £3 Carbon Levy for this trip which has been added to the total cost. Information about how this Levy will be used can be found here.

Eligibility

Student enrolled on the following programmes are eligible to apply for this opportunity:

  • Second and third year Professional Policing students
  • Second and third year Criminal investigation and Policing students
  • Third year Criminology students

There is a maximum of 30 places available, with a minimum of 15 participants required for this opportunity to take place. Students are recommended to check the eligibility criteria before applying.

About

Trip description

This trip will provide UK Professional Policing (and Criminal investigation incl’ Criminology) students from DMU with the opportunity to gain professional and socio-cultural insight through active involvement of Swedish Police training and education. Both academic and ‘extra-curricular’ activities will be provisioned to provide DMU and Malmö students with opportunity for knowledge exchange, an alternative perspectival insight into European policing, comparative analyses of the policing function, and interesting and active involvement in practical police training required for entry into the service.

As part of this opportunity, there will be a facilities tour of the Department for Police Work at Malmö University and student engagement with police trainees undergoing their initial training and education programme via ‘buddying-up’ to develop a professional relationship during the visit.

Furthermore, there will be active involvement in police training provided that may include: forensics awareness and crime scene assessment (identifying evidence through scene examination, application of scientific forensic analysis of evidence seized); driving simulation activities; firearms training on range and simulation testing; self-defence training insight and opportunity to experience fitness training required; and classroom-based engagement with police trainees in which a selection of policing tasks (decision-making, incident management, arresting and searching detainees, misconduct & malpractice), will be analysed in groups with process and procedures discussed to identify the contextually different / similar working practices between Sweden and the UK.

The estimated total cost for travel, accommodation and transfers for this trip to Malmo is £450. Students will be expected to pay £250, as the £200 DMU Global bursary will be deducted from the total.

Why take part?

The trip will provide a unique opportunity to see and experience how the training and education for the National Swedish Police Service is delivered in a university setting in Malmo. Differences and similarities with the UK policing model will be explored and actively experienced by the students on the trip. For example; First-responder forensic investigation skills and scientific knowledge requirements, handling and using firearms, driver-training, decision-making, physical preparedness.

An alternative (European) socio-cultural perspective will be afforded by the trip as students will be encouraged to actively engage with the Swedish Police students facilitated through planned activities and informal professional relationship building. The trip will also provide opportunity to develop closer relationships with fellow-students from their DMU programmes of study. Travelling and staying together, accompanied by the provision of spare-time, will also afford exciting opportunity to explore Malmo, experience its cuisine, parks, museums, and retail opportunities.


Learning objectives

Participating in a DMU Global opportunity can help you develop a range of employability skills and competencies that enhance your studies. The objectives of this trip to Malmo are:

  • Academic Development: Comparative Policing Analysis: Students will be able to critically analyze the similarities and differences between UK and Swedish policing practices in areas like forensics, driving, firearms, self-defence, and police procedures. (Core Activities: Classroom engagement, Facilities tour).
  • Practical Application of Forensics: Students will gain hands-on experience in crime scene assessment, evidence identification, and understanding the role of forensic science in police investigations. (Core Activity: Forensics training).
  • Professional Development: Exposure to European Policing: Students will gain valuable insights into European policing philosophies and approaches, broadening their understanding of contemporary law enforcement practices. (Core Activities: All activities).
  • Cross-cultural Collaboration: Students will develop professional relationships with Swedish police trainees through “buddying-up,” fostering intercultural communication skills and teamwork in a policing context. (Core Activity: Student engagement).
  • Personal Development: Understanding of Ethical Policing: Students will critically analyse concepts like misconduct and malpractice in policing across different national contexts. (Core Activity: Classroom engagement).
  • Enhanced Decision-Making Skills: Through simulated scenarios and classroom discussions, students will improve their ability to make quick and effective decisions in high-pressure situations. (Core Activities: Classroom engagement, Driving simulation).
  • Knowledge & Skill Development: Developing Situational Awareness: Students will gain practical experience in crime scene assessment and identifying potential dangers in a simulated environment. (Core Activity: Forensics training).
  • Building Physical Fitness: Students will gain exposure to the level of physical fitness required for police work and participate in training exercises. (Core Activity: Self-defence training).
  • Socio-Cultural Experience: Understanding Swedish Culture and Society: Students will be encouraged to explore the cultural context of Swedish policing through visits to museums, historical sites, or interacting with local residents. This will allow them to gain a deeper understanding of how societal values and norms influence law enforcement practices. (Cultural Activities: Museums, historical sites, interaction with local student body).
  • Cross-cultural Communication and Collaboration: Beyond the professional setting, students will have the opportunity to develop their cultural communication skills by interacting with Swedish students and citizens. This could involve participating in social events, trying local cuisine, or simply engaging in conversation. (Cultural Activities: Social events, exploring local markets/restaurants)

A preparatory virtual talk will be arranged and delivered by the Malmo university staff to introduce the trip and welcome the students. There will be an opportunity to engage in some academic development during this session also.

This talk will include some signposting to the activities planned and what preparatory work the students would be encouraged to do that will relate to activities delivered during the trip i.e. a presentation to be presented to Malmo police students (and vice-versa) during the trip. It is hoped that the ‘buddying-up will be planned and this will be made clear here too (this is dependent on students entry and exits schedules with Malmo training and the proximity to the trip when the talk can be delivered.


Cultural activities

There will be opportunity for students to explore Malmo city during spare time on the two travelling days (Monday & Friday – transport times dependent). There will be a ‘spare day’ on which exploration can also be experienced by the students. It is intended that the students and staff take a meal(s) together outside of the ‘learning’ to further develop intercultural experiences, affording the Swedish trainees to practice English.

Malmö University is situated in the city centre and close to Malmo cultural opportunities. Students can explore Malmö’s many parks and green spaces, such as Kungsparken and Slottsparken. They can also explore Malmö’s many beaches, such as Ribersborgsstranden or Västra hamnen beach and the docklands area that houses the Malmö Maritime Museum. There are plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants to visit throughout the city centre also.

Visa Information

Due to various external factors and an unprecedented demand for international travel, there are significant delays in visa processing, as well as very limited availability of application appointment slots for some countries and embassies.

We recommend that you take all appropriate steps to secure a visa as soon as practically possible, and to notify DMU Global if you face any issues. It is your responsibility to meet the entry requirements of the country you are travelling to. Failing to do so may mean that you’re liable for the costs incurred to the university (including repayment of the DMU Global bursary).

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