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The Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV), established in 1994 at the University of St.Andrews, is Europe's oldest centre for the study of political violence.

CSTPV is dedicated to the study of the determinants, manifestations and consequences of terrorism and other forms of political violence.

In doing so, it is committed to rigorous, evidence-based scientific analysis that is policy-relevant but not supporting any particular partisan policy.

CSTPV's research and teaching are grounded in a belief in public service, global responsibility and the desire to contribute to the enhancement of human security.

CSTPV: EU Grant Award

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CSTPV is pleased to announce the award of an EU grant under the programme "Prevention of and Fight against Crime" (ISEC) - RAD Targeted Call for Proposals 2012

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Public Lecture

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Emerging threats to peace and security - 2013 and beyond

by Louise Arbour, International Crisis Group

12 noon, 7th February 2013, Parliament Hall

This lecture is co-hosted by the CSTPV and the CPCS.

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CSTPV and the British Academy: Public Lecture

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Islamic Fundamentalism

by Professor Michael Cook, Princeton University

5.00pm, 28th February 2013, Old Union Diner

This lecture is co-hosted by the British Academy and CSTPV.


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Bursary and Studentship

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Dr Haruhisa Handa MLitt Bursary in Terrorism Studies
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Dr Haruhisa Handa PhD Studentship in Terrorism and Political Violence
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JTR Call for Papers

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Reflections on the Art of Terrorism and Political Violence

Guest Editor – Nicole Ives-Allison, PhD Candidate, University of St Andrews

Further Information [Website] [PDF]


Mlitt in Terrorism Studies

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  • Full time or Part time
  • 1 - 4 year taught Postgraduate multidisciplinary programme in Terrorism Studies

For further details please visit the Terrorism Studies site.