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COURSE DATE 21 Apr 2025 - 17 Oct 2027 COURSE DURATION / FREQUENCY 3 hours/session (3 days/week)
MODE OF LEARNING Facilitated Learning (Face-to-Face/ Online Synchronous) and Asynchronous E-Learning COURSE VENUE Temasek Polytechnic

Course Overview

Singapore places significant emphasis on its security policies and management to create a safe and secure country to live, work and play. If you would like to play a part in protecting and serving your local communities, this course will arm you with the required skill sets to embark on a career in the field.

 

The Diploma will equip you with the knowledge and skills to perform the roles of law enforcement officers and private security managers and officers. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

 

  • Work effectively in large or small organisations
  • Identify legal issues relating to the law enforcement and security industry and apply them in their work
  • Plan and implement security measures for an organisation, physical installations and transportation by land, air and sea
  • Identify cybersecurity threats and implement cybersecurity protection and response plans
  • Conduct basic digital forensic investigations
  • Apply concepts of criminal justice and punishment to their daily work
  • Apply psychological and behavioural science principles to law enforcement and security work
  • Use office productivity and communication tools effectively
  • Analyse data and statistics as tools for law enforcement

 

This diploma course incorporates four SUSS modules that are also offered as modular courses. Graduates from the Diploma can continue to upgrade their knowledge and skills in the Part-time Undergraduate Programme in Public Safety and Security offered by SUSS. Upon completion of the Challenge Examination conducted by SUSS, successful applicants will receive credit recognition for the SUSS-provided modules!


All students are required to bring their own notebooks for lessons. You may refer to the required technical specifications for notebook HERE.

What You'll Learn

Subject Code Subject
icon-arrow-orange BCBS010 Management & Organisational Behaviour

This subject provides an introduction to the key management functions of planning, organising, leading and controlling. It addresses the key determinants of human behaviour at the individual, group and organisational levels. It presents a managerial approach of how organisational performance can be improved through effective management of people in the broader social and cultural contexts.

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icon-arrow-orange BCLM042 Singapore Legal System

This subject provides students with an overview of the legal system and the operational context of the Singapore Criminal Justice System (SCJS). Students will learn about the administration of law and justice. They will learn about the different processes within the system. Students will gain insights into the development of law in Singapore and the roles played by the different stakeholders. This course will also teach students basic legal skills such as understanding and analysing case law, correctly interpreting statutes and correct use of precedents in developing legal arguments.

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icon-arrow-orange BCLM043 Criminal Law in Practice

This subject provides a general overview of the procedures involved in the implementation of substantive criminal law. The enforcement of laws is carried out by appointed authority figures and they are required to follow certain procedures in establishing the culpability of an accused person. Part of the course briefly discusses rules related to evidence.  Students will also gain a general understanding of important concepts in criminal law, and be introduced to the basic fundamentals of criminal law in Singapore.

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Modes of Assessment

 

  • Quizzes
  • Assignments
  • Projects

For more information on course fee / schedule, or to apply,

Career Opportunities

Upon completing DPSM, graduates can look forward to more opportunities to apply the skills and knowledge learned within SPF or in private security companies, including the following positions:

 

  • Police Officer
  • Auxiliary Police Officer
  • Security Officer
  • Senior Security Officer
  • Security Supervisor
  • Senior Security Supervisor
  • Security Manager

Entry Requirements

 

‘O’ Levels

At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Higher Nitec GPA ≥ 2.0
OR

GPA ≥ 1.5

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Nitec GPA ≥ 3.5
OR

GPA ≥ 3.0

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Higher Nitec in Technology

GPA ≥ 2.0

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Higher Nitec in Service

GPA ≥ 2.0

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Nitec in Technology

GPA ≥ 3.5

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Nitec in Service

GPA ≥ 3.5

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
WSQ Qualification

Relevant WSQ Qualification with 1 year of relevant working experience

AND WSQ Workplace Literacy Statement of Attainment (SOA)(Level 6) AND Workplace Numeracy Statement of Attainment (SOA)(Level 6)

AND 1 year of relevant working experience

OR
Without relevant academic qualifications At least 2 years of relevant working experience

Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.

Suitable For

The Diploma in Policing & Security Management is targeted at personnel in the police and security industry who wish to further their qualifications in police studies and security management.

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Course Contact

  • Mainline 67881212
  • Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
    Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
     
    Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    and on weekends and public holidays.

  • https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
  • Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
    Temasek Polytechnic
    East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 109
    21 Tampines Ave 1
    Singapore 529757

  • Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel course with low enrolment.