Goucher College 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
Goucher College 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.

PSC 321 - Terrorism and Political Violence (4 Cr.)


This course examines the life cycle of terrorist groups and terrorists, including becoming a terrorist, being a terrorist and ceasing participation in acts of terrorism. Students will learn about theories of terrorism, tactics, recruitment, radicalization and the end of terrorist campaigns. Cases will be drawn from nationalist, right wing, left wing and religious terrorist groups.  Prerequisite: two courses in political science, junior standing, or permission of the instructor. Chernov-Hwang.