Handout 1

Match the following words with the relevant definitions.

Associate degree

- a degree granted by a college or university for the completion of two years of study

Higher professional education degree

a degree granted by a college or professional higher educational institution for the completion of a three-year professional program of study (in Germany called a "Fachhochschule" degree).

Bachelor's degree

a degree awarded by a college or university to a person who has completed undergraduate studies (typically 4-5 years in length).

Master's degree

the first graduate degree awarded by a university (typically 2-3 years of study beyond the bachelor's degree).

Doctoral degree

The highest degree awarded by a university (typically 3-4 years of study and/or research beyond the master's degree).

Basic training

a training provided for those entering the Police at the entry level, without prior exposure to police work, meant to train them in basic police tasks and skills.

Specialized training

additional training in various areas of police work (traffic, criminal investigation, juvenile, hostage negotiations, dog handling, etc.).

Management training

a training provided for higher ranking police officers who are in charge of supervising the work of other police officers.

Forensics

The use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal or civil courts of law.