MSc in Countering Extremist Crime and Terrorism
UCL (University College London)
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This MSc has been designed by a panel of academic departments, industrial partners and law enforcement and security agencies. Its aim is to introduce students to the fundamental knowledge, expertise and evidence-driven tools required to understand, analyse, prevent, disrupt and detect extremist crime and terrorism. Over the course of this programme, students will develop an understanding of multiple scientific disciplines and practical approaches that contribute to tackling terrorism and ...Read more

This MSc has been designed by a panel of academic departments, industrial partners and law enforcement and security agencies. Its aim is to introduce students to the fundamental knowledge, expertise and evidence-driven tools required to understand, analyse, prevent, disrupt and detect extremist crime and terrorism. Over the course of this programme, students will develop an understanding of multiple scientific disciplines and practical approaches that contribute to tackling terrorism and extremist crime.By the end of the programme, they will be able to apply scientific principles and methods to security problems, think strategically to develop and implement countermeasures, as well as appreciate the complexity involved in the design, implementation, and evaluation of threat-reduction technologies. The programme is aimed at security professionals whose role involves developing and implementing strategies to address the threat of extremism against public, corporate and critical targets. It is also suitable for students with a relevant disciplinary background wishing to pursue a career in these areas.

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Entry requirements

Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant disciplines include science subjects (e.g. engineering or computer science) or social science subjects (e.g. psychology, criminology or geography). Alternatively candidates may qualify for entry if they can offer five or more years of relevant professional experience (for example in the police service, or as a crime prevention worker).

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£18,400 per year

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£36,500 per year

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£36,500 per year

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