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About the Course

Delve into the research behind terrorism as you unpack the assumptions and impacts of both terrorism and counterterrorism. Terrorism has arguably been one of the defining factors of our age. It frequently makes headlines, threatening or attacking governments, private businesses, and ordinary citizens. In many parts of the world, it has been one of the most important threats to peace, security, and stability – but what does this mean exactly? On this six-week course from Leiden University, you’ll explore the essence of terrorism and discover why it is so difficult to define. Unpacking its history and the theory of the waves of terrorism, you’ll analyse both the theoretical approaches and practical applications of terrorism and counterterrorism in the real world. There are many assumptions that cloud the subjects of terrorism and counterterrorism. These myths are often created and intensified by individual bias, the government, and the media. On this course, you’ll discover different assumptions about terrorist identities and motivations, as well as the efficiencies of various counterterrorism efforts. You’ll then compare this with academic research to investigate the truth behind these assumptions. In your exploration of the impact of terrorism, you’ll delve into the culture of fear created by terrorism, as well as the success of counterterrorism policies to limit and manage its impact on society. In the final stage of this course, you’ll reflect on trends and developments in terrorism and counterterrorism. You’ll assess current academic research as well as what could be studied in the future to help....

Top reviews

PR

Aug 28, 2021

Not all the reading materials are opening. The course content is old . There is a need for new and latest issues to be included in the course. There is also a need for advance level of another course.

JM

Nov 29, 2022

Very informative and thorough overview of the Terrorism-Counterterrorism literature. The literature is presented in a well organized manner making it easy to follow from the assigned readings.

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By Sarah S

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Jul 16, 2016

A lot of information and very well presented. May need some updating to reflect the quickly changing landscape of terrorism. Thanks for a great course!

By Agnès L

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Jan 31, 2018

Great course, really clear en interesting. Mostly research centered.

I liked the last added courses with examples and i would have like more of those.

By Wellington R

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Oct 31, 2015

Excellent course, give us a great idea what is the studies about terrorism and show us how many we are far from a scholar research here in Brazil.

By Kam L

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Jul 10, 2021

It provides a workable definition of terrorism and counterterrorism with an in depth study of myths, truths, and future research/policy options.

By Aren F

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Jun 19, 2017

Another excellent course. My hope in the future is a follow up be done with greater focus on counter terrorism training tactics and procedures

By Robson C S

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Feb 21, 2019

The course is five star, but the fact that terrorism does not yet have a global definition make the chance to learn more about it very harder.

By Ray C

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Oct 5, 2015

While making the case that theory and practice do not much up, more could be said about current practices, both effective, and non-effective.

By Sean W

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Mar 22, 2020

I never really thought about causes and reasons behind terrorism and these sorts of activities. Certainly gave me something to think about.

By Clara M V L

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Oct 7, 2016

Excelente curso, con fundamento histórico. La única crítica es que deberían actualizar ciertos contenidos con la realidad mundial al 2016

By Pabo G S T T

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Apr 8, 2024

I think the course is interesting I learned a lot. I think the Tests are not well designed but at the end the course is good overall.

By L H

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Sep 14, 2015

Fantastic course. Though the message is clear, some statistic numbers are a lot of out date.

It's been an eyeopener for me in many ways.

By Rajeev S

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Feb 3, 2023

Very informative class. Some of the videos were very interesting and I learned a lot of new ideas of terrorism and counterterrorism.

By Shahjahan B

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Sep 16, 2015

Thank you very much for awarding me with a verified certificate of accomplishment. Indeed the course was a wonderful experience.

By Elysia S

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Dec 11, 2015

A highly informative module giving you an overview of the scientific methods used in studying terrorism and counterterrorism.

By Saifaldeen A

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Dec 28, 2022

Thank You so much for this amazing course. I now know more about terrorism and counter terrorism on an international level.

By Catarina N

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Aug 19, 2018

This course was utterly informative and interesting — however, I recommend to review and update the module transcripts.

By Ferry V

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Apr 8, 2016

This is an interesting and well structured course. In addition, the discussions between the students are stimulating.

By Victor M R

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Jun 3, 2024

Ótimo curso, porém senti falta de um aprofundamento nas análises práticas de organizações e atentados terroristas.

By John f x C

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Jul 5, 2018

excellent content. teachers very good. course very well organized . readings excellent and accessible thank you .

By Katherine M K

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Mar 5, 2016

Really interesting and opened my eyes to understanding the world's perspective on some elements of terrorism

By Jon E

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Jul 25, 2017

First time in an internet course! it was a great experience. And about the course, it was good enough!!

By Callies J

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Feb 8, 2016

Really interesting, reflexions and work with so many différents people on an attractive and complex dom

By Thorsten h

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Apr 13, 2016

Great course. Good introduction on a pretty complex subject. Well brought and great articles included!

By FONG H F

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Dec 18, 2015

A very useful course which provided a whole new aspect for you to view terrorism at different angles!

By Brooke D

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Nov 12, 2017

Very useful and practical approach to terrorism and counterterrorism studies. Great introduction.