Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies

Terrorism, and efforts to counter it, has come to reshape national and global politics in the 21st Century.

In this major, you’ll get to explore the meaning, evolution and complex causes of terrorism and political violence. You will gain specialised knowledge in various counter-terrorism strategies, policies and politics adopted by governments and security agencies in response to these threats. This major equips you with specialised analytical skills to analyse contexts in which terrorism occurs and evaluate counter terrorism policies and strategies.

3 reasons to study Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies at Murdoch

1. This major was the first of its kind in WA.
2. Benefit from our long-standing industry connections with government and security agencies and learn from experts who have worked and consulted with organisations such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Australian Defence College, United Nations and a range of aid and development agencies.
3. Get a competitive advantage in your career as you explore national and international security issues, particularly in relation to the Middle East, Southeast and South Asia, where our teaching staff have special expertise.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• Terrorism in a globalised world
• Military force and counterterrorism
• Policing, intelligence and counterterrorism
• Middle East politics and security
• US policies and global security

Your future career

Across the world, organisations are facing more dangerous and varied security threats than ever before. When you graduate, your career opportunities could include working in the intelligence services, Australian Defence Force, and state and federal government agencies. Careers could include:

• Counterterrorism Consultant
• Security and Risk Manager
• Security Analyst or Manager
• Intelligence Analyst or Officer
• Strategic Risk Analyst
• Law Enforcement or Defence Officer
• International Diplomacy
• Aid and Development Officer
• Foreign Policy Consultant
• Border Protection Officer
• Australian Defence Force Analyst

You could work in a range of industries including security and cybersecurity, human rights and law enforcement, foreign affairs, aid and development, non-governmental organisations (known as NGOs) and more.

Previous admission information is available at Murdoch Admission Information - Arts.