Politics of Policing

Undergraduate

Foundational concepts, events, social forces, and institutions that structure policing in Canada, through case studies and diverse theoretical perspectives. Topics will include police powers and culture, constitutional limits on police, police independence and accountability, and government-police relations. Course Format: Seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to POLS or FPAC (single or combined) majors with either a minimum of 14.0 overall credits and a minimum 70 percent major average or approval to year 4 (honours). Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.