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Counter Terrorism

MSc/PGDip/PGCert
Duration
1 year
Start
September 2025
Delivery
In-person

Our master’s degree in Counter Terrorism offers an in-depth understanding of legislation and policy. It's taught by expert practitioners with extensive experience.

Why study with us

  • This course is available full-time, part-time or online.
  • The course team maintain strong links with counter terrorism agencies and the police service, especially within the North West of England.
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What you'll do

  • You’ll build an interdisciplinary understanding of individual and organisational involvement in terrorism, together with an understanding of national and international approaches to counter-terrorism and countering violent extremism (CVE).
  • You’ll benefit from our specialist facilities, laboratories and equipment.
  • The course is delivered by around 12 serving or retired practitioners who are experts in their respective fields.

Modules

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

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Academic expertise

Gary Dunnagan
Senior Lecturer

Future careers

Typically, MSc/PGDip/PGCert Counter Terrorism graduates continue in their specialist posts, with enhanced career prospects. 

Entry requirements

  • Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree
  • Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme
  • IELTS: Score of at least 6.0 or equivalent

Fees and funding

2025/26
UK
Full-time£9,450 per year
Online full-time£9,450 per year
Part-time£1,050 per 20 credits
Online part-time£1,050 per 20 credits
International
Full-time£17,900 per year
Online full-time£9,450 per year
Online part-time£1,050 per 20 credits

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

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This course is delivered by the School of Law and Policing

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