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Certificate in Terrorism Studies

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The Certificate in Terrorism Studies is a 16 week program of study from the Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV) at the University of St Andrews and Informa.

Delivered entirely online, this is the leading terrorism studies course, vital if it's part of your responsibility to protect people, infrastructure, organisations or investments.

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Certificate in Terrorism Studies. 100% online delivery
A 16-week online program from the renowned Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV) at the University of St Andrews and Informa which provides a sophisticated introduction to the fundamental issues behind terrorism as well as the motivations, ideologies and modus operandi of the various strains of terrorism in the world today. Knowing how and why terrorist organisations function makes an unmistakable difference to counter terrorism and security strategies, whilst providing a valuable context to operational duties. Study the leading terrorism studies course, which has enrolled students from over 72 countries.

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