LS 422Violent Extremism and Terrorism

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Arts
Subject: Legal Studies
Cross-listed: SOC 422

When it runs

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course examines contemporary issues in terrorism studies. Topics may include the history and comparative analysis of political and religious forms of violent extremism, the process of radicalization and recruitment, the analysis of different forms of terrorist activity, and the counter-terrorism policies and practices.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Students must be in level 4A or higher
- Enrolled in 4G-Legal Studies, H-Legal Studies, or Legal Studies Minor

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

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