GPM508 Radicalisation, Deradicalisation and Counter Radicalisation (16)

Abstract

Through this subject students will develop a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of radicalisation, deradicalisation
and counter-radicalisation and the complex psychological, social, political, domestic and
international contexts of radicalisation related issues. Students will develop an holistic, critical, and wideranging knowledge and understanding of radicalisation and contemporary efforts to counter it. Students will also critically assess a variety of approaches to radicalisation, deradicalisation
and counter-radicalisation, and critically consider existing theoretical frameworks and practice. Students will also contribute to theory development and innovation, synthesising their
knowledge through the production of extensive and sophisticated research based assessments and/or
policy recommendations. Students will demonstrate expertise in discovering, critiquing, interpreting, and
transmitting focused, specialist knowledge and understanding, while exhibiting autonomous, evidence based judgment, while remaining adaptable and responsible in its application.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
Distance	Manly Campus
Session 2
Distance	Manly Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: GPM508
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
One session	HD/FL	Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

apply an advanced knowledge radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation in a range of contexts for professional practice or scholarship, and as a pathway for further learning
possess knowledge of radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation and related security contexts that includes the understanding of recent developments in radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation
demonstrate a knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation scholarship, policy, and practice
demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge in relation radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation, and to reflect critically on theory, professional practice and scholarship
demonstrate high order capabilities in analysis and synthesis of complex radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation related information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply and critique established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice such as policing, broader law enforcement, intelligence, military or public policy domains
possess the capacity to generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts related to radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation, at an abstract level
be capable of technical research skills to justify and radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation related theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions to specialist and non-specialist audiences
possess technical and communication skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse and theorise about radicalisation, de-radicalisation and counter radicalisation related developments that contribute to professional practice or scholarship
be able to demonstrate creativity and initiative to new situations in professional practice and/or for further learning
demonstrate a high level personal autonomy and accountability
be able to plan and execute a substantial research-based project, capstone experience and/or piece of scholarship

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:

the causal factors influencing radicalisation
what strategies can be introduced to assist de-radicalisation
what can be done to counter the radicalisation message
contemporary conflicts and the threat of terrorism
suicide bombers- motivations and profiles
role of women in suicide terrorism
CBRN terrorism
impact of globalisation
use of IT to aid in acts of terrorism
methods of attack and target selection

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