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 Conference
The Emergency Response to Terrorism - An Assessment
1 Day Conference
16th February 2012
*Student Discount Now Available*
*Final Bookings Now Being Taken*
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CSTPV Public Seminar
5pm – 7pm, Thursday 9 February 2012
Arts Lecture Theatre
CSTPV is delighted to welcome Dr Basia Spalek, Reader in Communities & Justice and Director of Research & Knowledge Transfer, School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham back to St Andrews for a workshop which will review and discuss academic research and practitioner experience in the field of police and community engagement in a counter-terrorism context. Dr. Spalek is the leading academic in this challenging arena and is adept at balancing policy, practitioner and community perspectives.
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CSTPV Postgraduate Workshop
CSTPV is holding its annual postgraduate workshop on the 8th/9th March 2012. This is only open to students currently enrolled on the Mlitt/PgDip in Terrorism Studies. Please see here for further details.
CSTPV Public Events - Semester 2
CSTPV's public events schedule has now been published for semester 2 2012. Please see here for further details.
Professor Emeritus Paul Wilkinson
A memorial service will be held for Professor Wilkinson on the 16th February at 5.30pm in St Salvator's Chapel, The Quad, North Street. Further details of the memorial service to follow.