Posted: April 7th, 2015

Perspective on Terrorism

Perspective on Terrorism

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2015 ESSAY QUESTIONS
Answer ONE of the FOUR questions below in a maximum of 3,000 words.
1. As researchers who aspire to approach the subject scientifically, do we have to differentiate between different kinds of terrorism? When crafting your response, make reference to the implications of your answer both for studying and for countering terrorism.
2. What is ‘radicalisation’? Do you think that countering radicalisation is the best way to counter terrorism? When crafting your answer, make reference to theories and scholarly accounts which have been put forward to explain radicalisation and terrorism.
3. Is there a future for the search for a “terrorist profile”? When crafting your response, make reference to the implications of your answer for countering terrorism. Remember to support your position adequately.
4. “Today’s terrorists can strike at any place, at any time, and with virtually any weapon” (US Department of Homeland Security). Do you agree with this statement? What are the implications of your answer for countering terrorism?

MARKING CRITERIA
Content
• Demonstrated understanding of key concepts
• Demonstrated familiarity with relevant readings
• Evidence that the student has read beyond the required material

Originality
• Evidence that the student has reflected on the question and produced a personal answer (going beyond the lecture material)

Form
• Clear statement of position taken at the start
• Consistency in arguing that position
• Only including content of relevance to the question asked and to the position taken
• Logical, relevant and convincing use of references and evidence
• Support all claims with appropriate references or logical statement
• Well-structured work (logical progression, related ideas follow each other, identifiable introduction and conclusion)
• Written in clear, concise language, using appropriate syntax, punctuation and transitions
• Avoid too many typos and overuse of quotes