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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 22, 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.

GI

Jun 10, 2017

Excellent! Accessible, yet detailed, well researched and presented, thought provoking. A good glimpse into what security studies/terrorism academia can be like. I wish there were more!

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By David I

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Jan 2, 2017

Excelente curso aplicable al contexto actual!

By Rodgut G

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Sep 8, 2024

Un curso muy recomendable y muy interesante.

By Osumah J

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May 19, 2020

it was a wonderful experience. Thank you all

By Cyril R P

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Jul 27, 2019

Beautiful course. Really enjoyed it. Useful.

By Edwin L M

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Aug 24, 2017

EXCELENTE MATERIAL, MUY DIDÁCTICO CONTENIDO

By Nev

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Apr 23, 2017

I am thoroughly enjoying the course so far.

By Keith P

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Jul 4, 2025

Great Course ! Enjoyable and informative !

By thiago a c

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Sep 6, 2017

Excellent to know this for risk management

By cedric s

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Nov 12, 2016

Great course. Great teacher. Great modules

By El T B

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Feb 27, 2024

Great Learning. Thank you to our mentors!

By Marco B

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Jan 25, 2023

Interesting course, of the highest level.

By Ben W

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Sep 25, 2017

Very good course with lots of engagement

By Raphael B A

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Nov 10, 2025

Muito útil, com conteúdo bem abrangente

By Prince S O

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Aug 18, 2020

Highly beneficial and educating course.

By ROBERT R R

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Sep 9, 2017

good course that acted as an eye opener

By Raul R M

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May 31, 2017

I´d really prefer videos than readings.

By Chi L

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Oct 20, 2016

Highly informative and engaging course!

By Jaymes B

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Jan 29, 2025

Very informative and thought provoking

By Antoine C

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Aug 3, 2021

Very interesting course I recommend it

By 陈雨晴

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Aug 27, 2020

Accidentally selected the wrong course

By Luis F

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Jun 15, 2020

Very good teacher and Theme discussion

By Glenroy P

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Jul 25, 2019

A challenging but learning experience.

By Aaron A

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Dec 17, 2020

Un muy buen curso, 100% recomendable.

By Mahomed N U B

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Aug 7, 2017

Very good course and really practical

By Edson A M

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Feb 15, 2017

Best course you can have in the teme!