Terrorism and Political Violence (MLitt)

The MLitt in Terrorism and Political Violence seeks to develop in students a critical understanding of the concept of terrorism and political violence within the context of a multidisciplinary approach to security studies.

Terrorism and Political Violence is also offered as a part-time online programme.

Entry requirements

The qualifications listed are indicative minimum requirements for entry. Some academic Schools will ask applicants to achieve significantly higher marks than the minimum. Obtaining the listed entry requirements will not guarantee you a place, as the University considers all aspects of every application including, where applicable, the writing sample, personal statement, and supporting documents.

Application requirements

• CV that includes a history of your education and employment to date
• personal statement of 1,000 words indicating your knowledge of the programme and how it will benefit you
• sample of your own, single-authored previous academic written work or a 2,000-word piece on 'The threat of terrorism is greatly exaggerated. Discuss.'
• two original signed academic or professional references
• academic transcripts and degree certificates

For more guidance, see supporting documents and references for postgraduate taught programmes.

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you may need to provide an English language test score to evidence your English language ability. See approved English language tests and scores for this course.

After your degree

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 
• journalism
• publishing

The Careers Centre offers one-to-one advice to all students as well as a programme of events to assist students in building their employability skills.

Further study

Many graduates continue their education by enrolling in a PhD programme at St Andrews.