MSc Counter Terrorism

The Counter Terrorism MSc course at the University of Central Lancashire provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand, analyse, and respond to issues of terrorism and counter-terrorism at local, national, and international levels. This course incorporates expertise from practitioners and academics in the field of Terrorism and Counter Terrorism alongside the necessary analytical skills to broaden the understanding of this contentious and often misunderstood topic.Course Content: The course is designed to provide an understanding of terrorism and counter-terrorism operations and the related ethical, legal, security, and societal issues. Students will engage in discussions and independent research, culminating in a Masters dissertation.Key Modules: Some of the core modules include Terrorism and Counter Terrorism; Research Philosophy and Practice; Terrorism, Security and Society; Terrorism, Media, and Culture; Policing Terrorism; and Masters Dissertation.Future Careers: This course offers a strong platform for career enhancement and progression within the field of counter-terrorism. Career opportunities are available within the fields of policing, security industry, prison service, and the armed forces. It may also lead to roles within international corporations that deal with terrorism and security issues or to a PhD for those interested in a research career path. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.