Terrorism Studies, Short Course | Part time online | University of St Andrews | United Kingdom
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Terrorism Studies

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About

Established in 2006, Terrorism Studies from the University of St Andrews was the first international e-learning course to provide individuals, military and police, as well as public and private sector organisations, with an understanding of the latest scholarship and thinking on terrorism.

Overview

Explores the concept of terrorism, the types of terrorism and prominent terrorist groups, before evaluating the international measures to curb terrorism and exploring the role of business and media sectors in countering terrorist activities, while examining emerging trends in terrorism.

Course Content

Participants in the Terrorism Studies from the University of St Andrews critically examine:

  • The features of terrorism and the different types of terrorists.
  • The impact and effectiveness of terrorism as a political weapon
  • Responses to terrorism: the international community, the democratic dilemma, and crisis and consequences management
  • The background and characteristics of Al Qaeda, its offshoots and other jihadist groups including IS
  • The threat to the international community and key features of effective international response
  • Requirements from the public, media and private sector in effectively countering terrorist threats
  • Emerging trends in terrorism post the 9/11 attack on the US

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Key Issues in Terrorism and Political Violence
  • Terrorist Ideologies, Aims, Beliefs, and Motivations
  • Terrorist Weapons & Tactics
  • International Policing Policy
  • Aviation Terrorism & Security
  • Maritime Terrorism Security
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection
  • Terrorism, Cyber Threats and the Internet
  • Radicalisation, Counter-radicalisation and Deradicalisation

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 4 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

Early Booking Discount for June Intake 

Book your place before the 14th of April 

Language

English

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    3499 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 3499 GBP for the full programme during 4 months.
  • National

    3499 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 3499 GBP for the full programme during 4 months.

Book on or before 14th of April 2023

  • Certificate in Terrorism Studies(four modules of study including compulsory module)£1,999 / US$2,500
  •  Advanced Certificate in Terrorism Studies(eight modules of study including compulsory module)£3,499 / US$4,375
  • Individual Modules (stand alone or in addition to the four for the Certificate)£599 / US$750 
  • Upgrade (Upgrade your current modules or Certificate in Terrorism Studies to gain the Advanced Certificate)£1,999 / US$2,500
  • Alumni Only - Terrorism from the Extreme Right(Please note: This option is only available for returning students)
  • £499 / US$625
Book after 14th of April 2023
  • Certificate in Terrorism Studies(four modules of study including compulsory module)£2,299 / US$2,875
  •  Advanced Certificate in Terrorism Studies(eight modules of study including compulsory module)£3,999 / US$5,000
  • Individual Modules (stand alone or in addition to the four for the Certificate)£699 / US$875 
  • Upgrade (Upgrade your current modules or Certificate in Terrorism Studies to gain the Advanced Certificate)£2,299 / US$2,875
  • Alumni Only - Terrorism from the Extreme Right(Please note: This option is only available for returning students)£499 / US$625

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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