Extremism and Violence
Single subject — no qualification is awarded on completion. Credits toward the qualifications listed below.
This subject is FEE-HELP eligible, so eligible students can defer the $4,320 fee as a government loan and pay nothing upfront.
Fees and funding are indicative only. Confirm your eligibility and final costs with the provider.
About this subject
Contemporary violent extremism has evolved far beyond traditional terrorism, encompassing a range of ideological movements that threaten democratic institutions, social cohesion, and public safety. This transformation reflects shifting societal dynamics and the disruptive influence of digital technologies on how extremist ideas spread and communities mobilise. This unit examines the expanding landscape of violent extremism, including far-right and antisemitic movements, violent misogyny and incels, nihilistic violence, conspiracy-driven groups such as QAnon, and disinformation networks. Students will explore how technologies such as social media, encrypted communications, generative AI, and online gaming environments have become powerful tools for radicalisation and mobilisation. The unit also critically evaluates countering violent extremism (CVE) strategies and social resilience programs, exploring their effectiveness in addressing these emerging threats. Students will develop the conceptual and analytical skills needed to assess and respond to the complex challenges of modern extremism.
Extremism and Violence is a standalone subject at Macquarie University in NSW. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
No qualification credit mapping has been indexed for this subject yet. The provider may still grant credit toward a related award — confirm with Macquarie University before enrolling.
Macquarie University is the awarding provider. Recorded study modes are Online. Typical duration is listed as 13 weeks. The subject is listed at 25 credit points. Eligible students may defer fees through FEE-HELP.
Details on this page are compiled from the provider's published subject information and government registers. Fees, intakes and credit rules can change — confirm current details with Macquarie University before enrolling.
Listing facts
- Type
- Single subject
- National code
- MAQ-PICX8026
- Field of education
- Information technology
- Provider
- Macquarie University
- Credit points
- 25
- Study mode
- Online
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Qualifications listed
- 0
- FEE-HELP
- Eligible
Prerequisites
Prior study required