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Overview
The Distance Learning MLitt in Terrorism and Political Violence - Distance Learning at the University of St Andrews is a part-time taught postgraduate programme run by the School of International Relations.
Highlights
- Study in Terrorism and Political Violence examines selected approaches to knowledge generation around terrorism and counterterrorism and considers the development of new responses to terrorism and political violence.
- The programme utilises both e-learning technologies as well as traditional teaching methods.
Teaching format
The course is delivered via mixed mode teaching involving online tutorials alongside e-lectures.
Students will take four taught modules followed by a year-long research period culminating in the submission of a 15,000-word dissertation for the award of MLitt. Assessment comprises coursework including essays and projects.
Students who wish to exit the programme with a PGDip in Terrorism and Political Violence will not be required to undertake the dissertation element.
Careers
Students who graduate from the MLitt in Terrorism and Political Violence go on to work in various professional fields including law, policy research and consultancy, non-governmental organisations, charities, international organisations, civil service and publishing.
The Careers Centre offers one-to-one advice to all students on a taught postgraduate course and offers a programme of events to assist students in building their employability skills.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Distance Learning Electives
- Fundamental Issues and Structures of Terrorism
- Research Methods
- State Responses to Terrorism
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
International Law Political Science Terrorism & Security View 37 other Masters in Political Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good 2.1 Honours degree in political science, international relations, social sciences or other relevant discipline.
- CV or résumé. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date
- personal statement explaining how this programme will enhance your professional development (1,000 words)
- sample of previous academic written work or a piece on "Terrorism is a written term" (2,000 words)
- a note confirming you have access to a PC or laptop and an internet connection
- two original signed academic or professional references
- academic transcripts and degree certificates
- evidence of English language proficiency (required if English is not your first language).
Tuition Fee
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International
4040 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4040 GBP per module and a duration of 36 months. -
National
2000 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2000 GBP per module and a duration of 36 months.
- UK and EU: £3,820 MLitt dissertation module.
- Overseas: £7,690 MLitt dissertation module.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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