Terrorism and Insurgency

Course Overview

The MA Terrorism and Insurgency at University of Leeds is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. In the ever-changing landscape of global security challenges and sub-state conflicts, this course addresses the phenomena of terrorism and insurgency in the 20th and 21st centuries. The course will enable you to gain advanced insights into the history of terrorism, from state-sponsored terrorism in the Cold War period and urban terrorists in Western Europe, to the emergence of radical Islamism in the form of Al-Qaeda and ISIS. You'll explore the dilemmas of preserving democratic liberties whilst developing counter-terrorism strategies and assessing the necessity and effectiveness of anti-te... International tuition fees are £12,750 per year, home/UK fees are £26,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

UK fees £12,750 (Total) International fees £26,500 (Total)

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

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