NS3802 Counter-terrorism Policy in Comparative Perspective

This course studies counterterrorist policy in a variety of countries, including the United States. It considers the means by which policies are formulated, and their effectiveness evaluated, as well as the implementation of counterterrorist policies as they affect human rights, civil liberties, and the population at large. We also look at issues such as oversight of institutions charged with internal security, executive power, and the impact of international law on domestic politics. Prerequisites: None.

Lecture Hours

4

Lab Hours

0

Course Learning Outcomes

·       Introduce definitions and basic concepts concerning counterterrorism and develop an ability to critically analyze counterterrorist policies. 

·       Understand the roles, responsibilities, and limitations of the Department of Defense and other organizations of the U.S. government involved in counterterrorism. 

·       Understand and be able to critically discuss counterterrorism in other countries beyond the United States.

·       Develop your critical thinking, graduate reading, and scholarly writing skills.