NSEC 6609 - Terrorism, Revolutions, and Insurgencies

This course is designed to familiarize students with various manifestations of political violence including terrorism, revolutions, and insurgencies. Specific emphasis will be placed on acts of violence as perpetrated by non-state actors. Students will be introduced to major theories of political violence through the lens of comparative politics and national security doctrine. A key component of this course is the analysis and evaluation of counter-terrorism and counterinsurgency policy. Terrorism, revolutions, and insurgencies will be examined from a multidisciplinary perspective, and critical thinking by the students will be encouraged. 3 credits.