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See CRICOS-registered alternativesThis subject focuses on the institution of the military and its role as a provider of security in the age of terrorism. We do this by focusing on three distinct issues. First, we look at the nature and scope of terrorism since the 9/11 attacks, focusing particularly on the growing problem of radicalisation and its links to terror groups operating mostly from the “Badlands” of the world. Second, we explore the role of the military in undertaking counterterrorism (CT) and counterinsurgency (COIN) operations in complex foreign conflict theatres. In this context, we analyse whether CT operations launched by US/Western military forces have succeeded in eliminating the threat posed by terrorist groups like Al Qaeda and ISIS and their affiliates; we also assess the effectiveness of COIN operations that US/Western military forces have undertaken in foreign countries to stabilise and rebuild states experiencing civil conflict. Finally, we analyse and compare CT and COIN operations launched in four different regions of the world – Africa, Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. The unit concludes by looking at some of the problems and blowback effects of CT and COIN operations. Please Note: All students studying at Murdoch University will need to complete the compulsory unit, Murdoch Academic Passport (MAP100), which only takes 2-3 hours to complete online. Find out more: http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/MurdochAcademicPassport .
Military Force and Counterterrorism is a standalone subject at Murdoch University in WA. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
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Murdoch 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.
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