MSc in Countering Extremist Crime and Terrorism
University College London
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MSc - Master of Science

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UCL (University College London)

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SEP-25

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1 year

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MSc - Master of Science

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UCL (University College London)

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SEP-25

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This MSc, designed by a panel of academic departments, industrial partners and law enforcement and security agencies, introduces students to the fundamental knowledge, core expertise and advanced, evidence-driven methodological tools and approaches required to understand, analyse, prevent, disrupt and detect extremist crime and terrorism.This MSc, designed by a panel of academic departments, industrial partners and law enforcement and security agencies, introduces students to the fundamental ...Read more

This MSc, designed by a panel of academic departments, industrial partners and law enforcement and security agencies, introduces students to the fundamental knowledge, core expertise and advanced, evidence-driven methodological tools and approaches required to understand, analyse, prevent, disrupt and detect extremist crime and terrorism.
This MSc, designed by a panel of academic departments, industrial partners and law enforcement and security agencies, introduces students to the fundamental knowledge, core expertise and advanced, evidence-driven methodological tools and approaches required to understand, analyse, prevent, disrupt and detect terrorism and extremist crime more broadly. Students develop an understanding of how a variety of scientific disciplines and practical approaches can contribute to tackling terrorism and extremist crime. By the end of the programme, they will be able to apply appropriate scientific principles and methods to security problems, think strategically to develop and implement countermeasures, and appreciate the complexity involved in the design, implementation and evaluation of terrorism and extremist crime threat-reduction technologies.

Careers

This unique linking of organised crime and terrorism, and the study of methodologies that can practically tackle both of these areas, means that this MSc holds appeal for employers across a broad range of industries.

Employability

This programme equips students with the knowledge to develop operational strategies to counter organised crime and terrorism. This unique linking of organised crime and terrorism, and the study of methodologies that can practically tackle both of these areas, means that this MSc holds appeal for employers across a broad range of industries.

Optional qualifications

This degree is also available as a PG Diploma with fees set accordingly.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
4th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
9th

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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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£17,300 per year

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£34,400 per year

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£34,400 per year

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University College London
University College London , London

UCL (University College London) is consistently ranked among the top ten universities in the world, conducting leading research across...

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University College London
Gower Street London Camden WC1E 6BT United Kingdom
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