Denise Hanson

Denise Hanson is a Principal Lecturer at the School of Law and Policing, bringing extensive practitioner experience as a former police officer to academic roles. She specializes in teaching criminal law, critical incident decision-making, and leadership skills, emphasizing the intersection of policing with social justice and human rights.

Her professional affiliations include membership in the Institute of Criminal, Legal and Social Justice, a multidisciplinary group addressing social justice and human rights issues. Denise holds the distinction of being a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, recognizing her contributions to teaching excellence.

While specific qualifications are listed in her biography, detailed educational credentials are not provided here. Her research and publications focus on policing-related undergraduate curricula and practitioner-led academic integration.