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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

LZ

May 23, 2016

This excellent, balanced course uses a great combination of concise videos and additional reading. I enrolled hoping to better understand this hot-topic and Prof. Bakker's course was perfect.

YM

Oct 4, 2016

Thank you for this extensive and very accessible overview of the field of terrorism studies. I particularly appreciated the variety of recommended articles and sources.

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By Soham D

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Jan 22, 2020

Great course ! Really loved the simplicity of content and the scope.

By Sergio G C

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Jun 8, 2018

Absolutely accurate and a well-done introductory course. Great Job!

By Carlos M F P

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Jun 14, 2017

Excelente curso. Contiene los conceptos más actuales sobre el tema.

By Germán J

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Nov 25, 2015

¡Excelente! Ayuda a entender mejor el complejo tema del terrorismo.

By David v D

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Sep 17, 2015

A real addition for every student studying something international!

By geofrey a m

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Aug 6, 2024

instructors are very competent good English and easy to understand

By Amita B

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Apr 23, 2022

This is the most informative course I have attended onthis topic.

By Ahmer J K

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Feb 2, 2017

Excellent course! Leiden University's courses are great as always!

By Gabriel M

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Dec 25, 2015

I like this course so much. I think I am learning a lot of things.

By DANIEL M K

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Mar 24, 2025

I have already paid for the certificate but no feedback received.

By zyshmie

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Jul 10, 2019

A Fundamental to Terrorism and Counter-terrorism. Helps me a lot.

By Rumiyya A

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Jun 15, 2019

Great course with a lot of interesting details and infromations.

By Michele G

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Sep 13, 2017

Excellent Course! Very thought provoking and full of information.

By majdi s

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Oct 13, 2016

Great interactive course with a nice approach to difficult topic.

By Deleted A

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Oct 31, 2015

Amazing teaching and reading files. Having a great time learning.

By fany t

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Mar 27, 2017

Understand a little more about terrorism as the current conflict

By Maritza S

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Jan 15, 2016

Great Course, updated information perfect source to understand t

By Marina M

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Aug 16, 2015

An extremely interesting course very well presented and organize

By Divya S

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May 9, 2020

very good course. i only had an issue with the peer review bit.

By D A

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Feb 1, 2023

The talks and readings were very up-to-date to current debate.

By Alexander L

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Oct 16, 2016

Interesting course that I thoroughly enjoyed. Would recommend.

By Khalid F

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Aug 15, 2016

Its excellent practice for the knowledge of counter terrorism.

By Andrés M

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May 17, 2016

Es fenomenal, de hecho la bibliografía utilizada es excelente.

By hermann k

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Jul 13, 2020

Belle formation. J'ai beaucoup appris pour ma future carrière

By Alice F

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Jul 18, 2017

An insightful introduction to terrorism and counterterrorism.