CALLING GRADUATING SENIORS! Are you looking to study terrorism? Are you hoping to work in the intelligence community? Are you considering graduate school?
Designed for both future practitioners and scholars, START’s flexible and fully online program provides students with advanced education on the causes, dynamics and impacts of international and domestic terrorism. The unique online format enables students to work full-time or part-time while advancing their education. No pre-requisite knowledge is required. Our coursework is appropriate for both new and experienced learners!
Program Description
START's Graduate Certificate in Terrorism Analysis aims to train the next generation of scholars and analysts to examine questions related to the behavior of terrorists and terrorist groups, and how societies can best prepare and respond to terrorist threats and attacks. Students also develop the methodological skills necessary to pursue advanced research on and analysis of terrorism. This four-course, twelve-credit, fully online program can be completed in as little as nine-months or a more expanded two years. To learn more about the program and courses, visit http://www.start.umd.edu/
START's Graduate Certificate in Terrorism Analysis aims to train the next generation of scholars and analysts to examine questions related to the behavior of terrorists and terrorist groups, and how societies can best prepare and respond to terrorist threats and attacks. Students also develop the methodological skills necessary to pursue advanced research on and analysis of terrorism. This four-course, twelve-credit, fully online program can be completed in as little as nine-months or a more expanded two years. To learn more about the program and courses, visit http://www.start.umd.edu/
Eligibility
Eligible applicants must have earned a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree at a foreign university. A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred but experience may be substituted. GRE scores are not required.
Eligible applicants must have earned a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree at a foreign university. A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred but experience may be substituted. GRE scores are not required.
Application Information
The program accepts applications at two points during the calendar year. Applications for fall admission are due July 1. This allows upcoming fall, spring, and summer graduates to begin the program soon after they have earned their four-year degree. More information regarding the application deadlines and term timelines can be found on our website.
Interested?
Drop-in virtual information sessions will be held on May 24 and May 25. Login anytime between 12pm-1pm and ask questions about the program! Please contact us for instructions on how to access the virtual sessions.
More Information?
Request a virtual information packet by emailing education@start.umd.edu and be sure to check out other opportunities at START, like our internship program and summer/winter courses on our website.
