MSc Terrorism Studies: University of East London

About the programme

Terrorism and the fight against terrorism have become critical issues for society. Drawing on the Law School’s strengths and expertise in terrorism, international law, criminology and human rights, this programme offers a new agenda for theoretical research and policy intervention and an opportunity to engage with critical developments in modern terrorism. It also provides a firm grounding in understanding and analysing terrorism, counter-terrorism and transnational criminology.

Career opportunities

This qualification will assist you to enter careers in a wide variety of fields including those related to security, policing, policy and international work. The MSc can also help advance your career if you are already working in these fields.

Admission requirements

• Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. criminology, law, politics, psychology, sociology, etc.).
• Consideration will also be given for candidates who have relevant work experience (e.g. police work).
• Candidates with professional experience alone, will initially only be able to register for a Postgraduate Certificate in Terrorism Studies.
• If students succeed at the Certificate (i.e. pass the first two modules) then they will be eligible to continue as a Masters level student.