Welcome to the Centre for Policing Research and Learning
The Centre has an ambitious, innovative and wide-ranging programme of activities involving research, education and knowledge exchange, working collaboratively with police agency partners. The Centre contributes to the work of police agencies as they adapt to a changing policing landscape, with its greater emphasis on evidence-based practice.
Apprenticeships
The Department for Policing at The Open University offers 2 distinct routes into Apprenticeships for policing staff who are looking to gain a formal qualification whilst working in the forces.
OpenLearn - Policing practice and leadership
Choose and learn from our OpenLearn platform, showcasing our free online courses in the Policing practice and leadership hub collection.
OU Policing news and blog
Read up on the latest news and reflections from the Department for Policing teaching staff, with shared blogposts and insights from our expert practitioners.
Research outputs
Read the latest published CPRL research from the Centre's academics on a wide range of research topics.
CPRL Annual Report 2024
The Centre for Policing Research and Learning Annual Report 2024 celebrates the achievements and key developments in the department's progress over the previous year.
Contact us - get involved
There are many ways to take part in the work of the Centre through our education, research and knowledge into practice programmes.
News
Welcoming New Visiting Fellows to CPRL: Dr Iain Britton and Dr Anna Hopkins
The Centre for Policing Research and Learning (CPRL) is thrilled to welcome two distinguished new Visiting Fellows to its network of policing experts: Dr Iain Britton and Dr Anna Hopkins. Their appointment marks an exciting step forward in CPRL’s mission to bridge research, innovation, and practice across policing and public safety.
Upcoming Events
Online seminar: Knife-enabled robberies
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 - 13:00 to 14:30
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