Prospective researchers are advised to contact the RAPP research team by email research@police.nsw.gov.au with details of their project proposal, prior to applying. The RAPP research team will assess the project proposal against the objectives of the strategic priorities of the Education & Training Command and the NSW Police Force Corporate Plan. If the project is deemed feasible the RAPP research team will then invite you to apply.
Upon receipt of an application the RAPP research team will assess the project proposal and liaise with the NSWPF Commands and/or Corporate Spokespersons who are likely to be stakeholders in the research and seek their support and approval for the project.
Once the application has been through the NSWPF 'chain of command' it will be returned to the RAPP research team who will notify the applicant of the outcome by way of an official letter.