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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

NW

Oct 4, 2016

Wonderful course especially for beginners. Very much informative easy to understand. Videos are very interactive and keeps one engaged. Would like to do further courses in this area.

JH

Nov 16, 2016

This class was very informative and gave balance to the sensationalistic reporting of the media. I think the world would be a better place if more people took this course.

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By Ivo P

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Feb 2, 2017

Very clearly explained course with nice videos and material.

By Jason L

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Jul 17, 2016

Professor Bakker knows his stuff when it comes to terrorism.

By Stephenie M C

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Nov 11, 2015

Great information with current threats and studies explored.

By Angel o c f

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Jan 29, 2020

exelente las herramientas otorgadas por Universidad Leiden,

By shrey

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Aug 5, 2018

informative and makes u think on several issues critically

By Dennis G

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Dec 27, 2017

nice background info about terrorism and counter terrorism.

By Simon

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Dec 18, 2017

vey very interesting, thank a lot for all this knowledges !

By James L

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Oct 23, 2017

great course and has helped me learn answers to questions i

By Cibils T

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Sep 13, 2015

Well done, well explained, and very interesting assignments

By Olaf D

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Jun 1, 2017

This is a most interesting course which I highly recommend

By margaret p

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Sep 19, 2016

Excellent, timely information from a five star instructor.

By Jason J

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Dec 6, 2015

This was a great course with excellent material for study.

By Urquia M

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Nov 24, 2015

Excellent explainations, graphics and methodology to learn

By Deleted A

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Jan 16, 2017

Very clear lectures, interesting material. Learned a lot.

By Lucienne L G

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Sep 15, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this course, merci Professor Bakker

By Kwantes

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Oct 8, 2018

Good course with possibility to follow on your own time.

By Alistair B

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May 27, 2017

Fantastic and incredibly insightful course on terrorism.

By Maxi F

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Jul 28, 2024

Excelentes Profesores de primer nivel, Muchas Gracias.

By Nikola V

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Mar 18, 2023

Verry good, high amount of knoweledge and expirience !

By Owen W

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Aug 23, 2019

Great course, enjoyed the content and the instruction!

By Julia L

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Sep 15, 2017

Excelente, muy didáctico y excelente a nivel académico

By Katharina S

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Jan 12, 2016

really interesting course, well thought trough, great!

By Hector H

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Jan 25, 2022

Material needs updating, but overall, great course!!!

By Tito

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May 15, 2019

most helped online course, easily learn from anywhere

By Barnabas

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Feb 22, 2019

Helps a lot when it comes to terrorism and the causes