To become a top cop, you must:

hold a degree in politics and sociology speak a foreign language e.g. Chinese, French, Russian have an excessively well-toned physical appearance show aptitude in field exercises demonstrate aptitude in urban pacification and riot control have excellent academic records receive a Baton of Honour graduate with honours into the police force build up effectiveness and popularity with the community have a brain

the study of the relationships between people living in groups, especially in industrial societies

improve skill base by doing courses in advance driving and cycling be a skilled swimmer be heavily involved with extra vocational activities hold a record for the100 metre dash gain experience in SO19 armed response unit be able to ride a horse receive special commendations for outstanding conduct as an officer hold a boat drivers licence be savvy with computers achieve the highest arrest rate for any officer in the force be a good listener sustain injuries in the line of duty

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