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Terrorism

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
MoWe 1p.m. – 2:15p.m.		 McCormack M02-0616 3 $2138 (guest students)
Date
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Time
MoWe 1p.m. – 2:15p.m.
Location
McCormack M02-0616
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2138 (guest students)

Description

This course examines fundamental questions about the political phenomenon known as terrorism: What is terrorism? Who engages in it? What do they hope to achieve? Who supports or opposes terrorism? What are the effects of terrorism and counter-terrorism on society? The class considers these questions from a variety of perspectives, drawing from political science, psychology, sociology, and primary sources.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: POLSCI 220

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026

Location

McCormack M02-0616

Enrolled / Capacity

24 / 24

Status

Closed

Instructor

Joseph Brown

Tuition*

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

Tuition Details