The degree brings together a range of disciplines that relate to human experience and behaviour, such as policing, criminology, risk management, law, sociology and psychology, politics, and public policy through two study options: - The In-service pathway is an opportunity for serving police officers to build on their training and experience with a recognised University qualification, or - The Conventional pathway offers a comprehensive social sciences education with a specific focus on policing studies.

Applicants are expected to meet the normal requirements set by the University for entry to degree courses. These include several categories of special admission. Entry to the course occurs normally in February, and there may be limited entry in July. In-Service Pathway: Applicants must be employed as a Tasmania Police Recruit/Serving Police Officer. Conventional Pathway: For all other applicants who are qualified for entry under the University Rules of Admission.