Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies
Postgraduate
In London
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
This hugely topical course will enable you to get to grips with the theory and practice of terrorism and counter-terrorism.
Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds. Some have just finished their undergraduate studies, often in social sciences, criminology, politics or similar subjects, and are aiming for a career in a criminal justice or related role. Others are already working for the police, prison service or in another crime or security-related role.
All classes take place in the evening, so you will have the flexibility to keep working if you wish. To thrive on this course you should be motivated, open-minded and willing to engage with different perspectives, working in groups as well as on your own.
As a master’s student you will be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study and research, but you will have the support of committed staff and an enthusiastic group of fellow students.
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About this course
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DEGREE
Minimum 2.2 Honours in Criminology, Law, Politics, Psychology or Sociology or other related subject areas
We would normally expect you to have Grade C in GCSE English and Maths.
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Subjects
- International
- IT Law
- Law
Course programme
Digital and social media mean that terrorist atrocities are today just a mouse click away, with the terror threat frequently leading the news agenda.
But how can you really makes sense of what’s going on? This course will provide the context and theoretical framework to give you insights into this ubiquitous subject.
You will study various perspectives on terrorism and counter-terrorism and learn about transnational organised crime.
In addition to these core elements, you will be able to choose another module, depending on your interests, with options that include Contemporary Islamic Legal Issues and International Criminal Justice
Most of the assessment is by coursework and you will produce a dissertation. Recent topics include prison radicalisation, Boko Haram and terrorism in Yemen.
What you'll study
MODULES
Critical Perspectives on Terrorism (core)
Critical Perspectives on Counter-terrorism (core)
Transnational Organised Crime (core)
Postgraduate Dissertation (core)
Students will choose to study one of the optional modules below.
International Criminal Law
War and Human Rights
Criminal Psychology
Law and Policy in the Middle East
International Human Rights
Current Issues and Research in International Law (option)
How you'll be assessed
Most are assessed either through coursework or examination. You take four modules of 30 credits each. Your dissertation accounts for 60 credits and involves a 15,000 word project.
COURSE SPECIFICATION
Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies