Law

Global Perspectives on Terrorism and Counter Terrorism B

Module code: M6028
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Seminar
Assessment modes: Essay

On this module, you’ll explore the evolving nature of terrorism and the challenges of countering it in a global context. You’ll critically engage with key debates in academic, policy, legal, and practitioner circles on terrorism and counter-terrorism strategies.

Key topics include:

• the transnational and national dimensions of terrorism, including recruitment, financing and operational activities
• the roles and responsibilities of governments, police, intelligence services and the media in counter-terrorism
• legislative responses to terrorism and their effectiveness
• connections between organised crime and terrorism
• responses to far-right terrorism
• supporting and protecting victims of terrorism.

You’ll also examine empirically informed case studies and research methodologies to understand the impact of research on policy and legal reform. 

Module learning outcomes

• Systematically identify and demonstrate a critical understanding of contested concepts relating to terrorism and counter-terrorism
• Demonstrate critical awareness of current debates related to terrorism and counter-terrorism
• Draw upon academic research and selected primary and secondary sources in order to develop an argument in support of their interpretation of contemporary state and institutional practice in countering terrorism nationally and internationally