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Counterterrorism at Cranfield University - UCAS

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Course summary

Never before in history have the issues of what causes terrorism, how to combat it, and how to assess and manage the risks associated with it, attracted such wide and international attention and controversy. The need for accessible, comprehensive and reliable research and education on terrorism and counterterrorism remains profound. This MSc addresses those needs drawing on Cranfield’s expert staff and unique facilities to offer students an exceptional and cutting edge programme in this critical area.


Entry requirements

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually applicants must hold: A UK lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied in criminology, law, politics, psychology, or a forensic science discipline. Find information about equivalent qualifications in your country on our International entry requirements page. Applications from candidates with relevant work experience in combination with a degree that does not meet the minimum entry requirement will be considered. Security clearance for Shrivenham Some Cranfield University courses are delivered at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom, Shrivenham which is a Ministry of Defence (MoD) site. All applicants to courses that are wholly or partially delivered at Shrivenham must hold suitable clearance. For further information please refer to the Security clearance for Shrivenham section of our Application guide.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £25955 Whole course
England £11895 Whole course
Northern Ireland £11895 Whole course
Scotland £11895 Whole course
Wales £11895 Whole course
International £25955 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Fees can be paid in full up front, or in equal annual instalments. Students who complete their course before the initial end date will be invoiced the outstanding fee balance and must pay in full prior to graduation.

Sponsorship information

A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. criminology, law, politics, psychology, forensic science, etc) or the professional equivalent. Students with other degrees who can show a knowledge of and interest in the elements of the subject will also be considered.

Counterterrorism at Cranfield University - UCAS