Craig Batham

Craig Batham is a Senior Lecturer in Policing at the Sheffield Institute of Law and Justice, part of Sheffield Hallam University (SHU). He joined SHU in 2020 as a Work Based Learning Coach, transitioning to lecturing in 2021. He has held roles as PCDA Course Leader and currently leads the Level 4 PCDA program. Outside academia, he serves as a Special Constable with South Yorkshire Police since 2008, combining operational policing experience with academic theory. He contributed to the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and emphasizes bridging academic and practical policing skills.

Education and Qualifications: Completed a PGCE in Higher Education (2024), Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications up to Level 7, and Chartered Fellow status with CMI since 2014. Awarded an MBE in 2024 for Services to Policing.

Teaching Focus: Leads modules such as Academic and Professional Skills (Level 4), Operational Policing (Level 4), and Advanced Policing Practice (Level 6). Integrates practical policing insights with academic rigor.

Research: Authored the chapter 'Leading Police Volunteers' in the 2024 book Leadership Behaviours for Effective Policing, focusing on volunteer management and leadership in law enforcement.

Awards: Recognized for contributions to policing with an MBE and CMI’s Chartered Fellowship.