MA
in association with The Centre for Analysis of the Radical Right (CARR), the leading network of scholars and practitioners working on right-wing extremism
Radical right extremism is one of the top security concerns for governments on a global scale, with estimates of a three-fold increase in recent years (Global Terrorism Index). Why did this happen? How are terrorism and security evolving today? How can governments tackle extremism and terrorism as well as local and global insurgency and the challenges these pose?
This new MA in Terrorism, Security and Radical Right Extremism is your opportunity to gain an in-depth and cutting-edge understanding of the various approaches to the study of terrorism, security and radical right extremism, as well as how governments are generating public policy responses to these threats.
“Extreme right wing terrorism…is my fastest growing problem. What I am seeing, particularly in the right-wing terrorism space, is an increase in lots of young people being attracted. We are seeing people as young as 13 starting to talk about committing terrorist acts.”
― Neil Basu
The Met assistant commissioner, Britain’s top counter-terrorism officer
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Programme information
The MA in Terrorism, Security and Radical Right Extremism, in association with The Centre for Analysis of the Radical Right (CARR), provides a combination of practical and theoretical skills in a highly topical sub-discipline of International Relations, as well as incorporating History, Political Science and Criminology.
Through this programme you will:
What you will study
The programme is delivered over one academic year full-time from the start of September. Students will take six courses, spread equally over the first two semesters:
Students may have the opportunity to participate in visits to key institutions, including the Imperial War Museum, the National Holocaust Centre and Museum in the UK and the International Criminal Court in The Hague, as well as sites of historic interest such as Auschwitz.
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Entry requirements
At Richmond our postgraduate degree programmes, which are based on the US educational approach, are available as 1 year (full-time) or two year (part-time) options with some programmes offering even more flexibility.
The entry requirements for all postgraduate programmes at Richmond are the same, regardless of your chosen study option.
Information is provided below about postgraduate entry requirements for this programme.
We understand that not every student is in the same situation, if you have any questions about your qualifications, please get in touch with us enquiries@richmond.ac.uk.
For more information on English Language Requirements visit our How to Apply webpage.
Fees & funding
Undergraduate tuition fees for students starting their programme in the 2021/22 academic year can be found in the table below.
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| MA Programmes | £9,000 | £13,250 |
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For more information visit our Tuition Fees & Funding webpage.
Employability
Career Paths
This degree will enable students to move into roles which require articulate, clear thinking individuals with a grasp of contemporary events, including government, international organisations, international business, non-governmental organisations, social movements, finance, civil society, public affairs and the media, as well as to doctoral research.
If students wish to specialise, the programme is also designed to facilitate career progression in the field of the radical right and of political extremism, such as counter-terrorism.
Career Support
We offer support and advice through our Careers and Internships Office that will assist and guide you in your student choices to make sure you stand out from the crowd when you graduate.
Internship opportunities
You will have the choice in the final semester of doing either an internship with a dissertation or an extended research project.
A key benefit of this programme is the potential opportunity to do an internship at some of the UK’s leading counter-extremism governmental agencies, companies and non-governmental organisations – investigating and responding to the radical right extremist threat. It will also include the opportunity to intern at the CARR and – for those pursuing a more journalistic career trajectory – its media partners (Rantt, Open Democracy and Fair Observer).
Potential Internship Partners
How to apply
You can apply for Postgraduate study using our online application form.
Whilst most of our courses do not set an exact deadline for applications, you are advised to apply early to secure your place and organise any sponsorship or funding.
Visit our How to Apply webpage for more information regarding Entry Requirements, admissions processes and to start your application.
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Alastair Wells2021-04-13 17:16:122021-04-13 17:16:12UK’s first MA programme specialising in Radical Right Extremism launched as joint initiative by Richmond and CARR
“CARR is thrilled to be working with Richmond in the delivery of this new MA on Terrorism, Security and Radical Right Extremism. These three themes are are crucial global challenges today, and we’re proud to be sharing our cutting-edge research and insights on this truly groundbreaking postgraduate course. In fostering real-world knowledge and practical skills, our modules are strongly publicly-engaged – including the offer of working internships with some of the leading organisations in this area. I’m confident students will be offered a rigorous blend of practical skills and deep subject knowledge in this unique offering.”
– Professor Matthew Feldman, Director of the Centre for Analysis of the Radical Right (CARR)
