Applied Research in Public Safety and Law Enforcement

In this course learners will be introduced to a range of viewpoints regarding the purposes of research, various models used for research such as historical research, empirical research, action research and community-based research and will develop an understanding of a range of research methodologies, related data gathering techniques and reporting options. Examples, case studies, projects and assignments will focus primarily on public safety and law enforcement fields. (Formerly BLES410)

This course is only open to students who have been admitted to the Bachelor of Law Enforcement Studies. Please see the BLES program page for more information, and for instructions on how to apply to the program.