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Study Details: MLitt: 2 to 5 years / PGDip: 2 to 4 years / PGCert: 1 to 2 years
Terrorism and extremism are the subject of detailed media coverage, public curiosity and policy concern. This programme explores these phenomena with a focus on history, evolution, causation and effectiveness.
You will study how terrorism and extremism emerged and changed over time, how networked society creates opportunities for extremist actors to communicate and coordinate, and why the responses employed to prevent further violence can vary widely.
A mix of pre-recorded lectures, peer-to-peer learning, and digital resources such as interviews and podcasts at a pace that suits you.
Complete the programme in as few as two years, or up to five years depending on your schedule.
Complete your MLitt with a 15,000-word independent research project conducted with the support of an academic supervisor.
100% coursework with no exams. Opportunities to enhance your transferable skills through a range of assessment styles.
Students complete two compulsory core modules and can choose from a range of optional modules.
If students choose not to complete the dissertation requirement for the MLitt, there is an exit award available that allows suitably qualified candidates to receive a postgraduate diploma (PGDip). By choosing an exit award, you will finish your degree at the end of the course of study and receive a PGDip instead of an MLitt.
Students who graduate from this programme go on to work in various professional fields including:
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Each February, the Handa Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV) hosts a non-compulsory postgraduate workshop in which both full-time and online students are invited to attend to hear from experts in the field, to network, and to meet one-to-one with lecturers and supervisors.
Both CSTPV and the School of International Relations host a variety of research seminars throughout the academic session to promote the work of the academic staff, students and visiting speakers. Where possible, we try to make these accessible to students studying online with us.
Our programme has been developed and is led by the Handa Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence, the oldest terrorism research centre in Europe, based within the School of International Relations.
Founded in 1994, CSTPV is dedicated to the study of the causes, dynamics, characteristics and consequences of terrorism and related forms of extremism and political violence.
Our research covers different forms of contention from across the political spectrum and from around the globe and reflects a commitment to rigorous, evidence-based, scholarly analysis that is policy-relevant and independent.
We have a long history of supporting online and professional learning and take pride in supporting our students in learning alongside professional and caring responsibilities.
£1,500 per 15 credits with an estimated total fee of £18,000
Students who intend to apply for funding support with SLC must complete the MSc in three years and the PGDip in two years. For more details of the available postgraduate loans, visit the course page.
St Andrews is committed to supporting you through your studies, regardless of your financial circumstances. You may be eligible for scholarships, discounts or other support. Find out more information on available funding and scholarship opportunities on the course page.
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