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Terrorism

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
MoWe 2:30p.m. – 3:45p.m.		 University Hall Y03-3350 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
MoWe 2:30p.m. – 3:45p.m.
Location
University Hall Y03-3350
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (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

Guest registration opens August 18

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/2/2025 - 12/12/2025

Location

University Hall Y03-3350

Enrolled / Capacity

22 / 30

Status

Closed

Instructor

Joseph Brown

Tuition*

$2065 (guest students)

* 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.

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