Application Deadline 1 September 2025
Application Deadline 1 September 2025
A counter terrorism course investigating the growth of terrorism, political context and countering terrorism from academic, strategic and operational perspectives
Online distance learning course tutored by experts in terrorism and law enforcement
Validated in Partnership with Liverpool John Moores University
The Policing Conversation
Join our LJMU course lecturers and many other experts across the field of security as this podcast from LCAPS brings in depth interviews with current academics on the issues currently in policing. These issues will be challenged and cover the hot topics that you really want to hear.
Counter-Terrorism Studies: Choose your Award
Counter-Terrorism Studies - PGCert
Complete this PGCert in just 11 months for 60 credits. If you can't commit to an extensive period of study or are looking to upskill in a relatively short time frame, this is the perfect route!
It's also a great opportunity to test the waters of postgraduate study without making a long-term commitment.
Counter-Terrorism Studies - PGDip
Complete this PGDip in 22 months for 120 credits and improve your job prospects and earning potential!
If you are committed to your studies, have a long-term goal in mind, and are able to put in the required study time each week, this is your opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in Counter-Terrorism.
Counter-Terrorism Studies - MSc
Complete your MSc in 27 months for 180 credits. Establish yourself as an authority in Counter-Terrorism, as well as opening up new career and employability options.
Network with fellow students, tutors, and industry professionals and open doors to lucrative employment opportunities!
Gain operational expertise for Counter-Terrorism
- The Counter-Terrorism Studies programme addresses the evolving nature of global terrorism threats and their continuous impact on the international agenda.
- The course provides students with analytical skills to understand various terrorist groups, theories, and paradigms, as well as their interconnections with international relations.
- This programme opens up numerous career opportunities and enables engagement with key institutions and individuals in the counter-terrorism field.
- The course is particularly beneficial for those interested in policy issues and pursuing careers in international security affairs, offering a solid academic foundation in this area.
Informa Connect Academy: Even more...
- Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
- Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
- Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
- Network – use our online tutorial forum to ask questions, discuss and share knowledge with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world
- Cost-Effective – save money with no additional travel or accommodation costs