Terrorism Studies, Online Advanced Certificate
The online Advanced Certificate in Terrorism Studies program from John Jay College of Criminal Justice offers a dynamic online education taught by leading authorities in terrorism studies, law enforcement, and criminal justice. In the program, you will develop an understanding of terrorism and counter-terrorism. The online program is suitable for students interested in pursuing a career in homeland security at local, state, or federal levels; joining national and international counter-terrorism agencies; conducting research on terrorism in academia; or seeking opportunities in relevant industries.
The program operates in collaboration with the internationally renowned Center on Terrorism at John Jay College, which sponsors a highly regarded series of seminars integrated into the curriculum of the program. Key components of the program are:
- 100% online courses - Flexible course schedule. No scheduled meeting times. You can study when and where you want.
- Small class size - Typically no more than 20 students per class. That means more one-on-one time with the instructor.
- Accelerated 8-week session format - Earn 3 credits every 8 weeks. Finish within one year.
- Transferrable graduate credits – Credits may be applied towards earning an advanced degree, such as the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at John Jay College.
- Prominent faculty - Our faculty are leading authorities in terrorism studies.
- Affordable price - We offer one of the most affordable terrorism studies programs in the U.S.
- A prestigious credential - Online or on campus, you’ll obtain a credential that is recognized worldwide.
A senior college of The City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a preeminent national and international leader in all aspects of education related to criminal justice and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
For more information about our program, please complete the Request Information form available online, or contact the Office of Admissions.
Courses in the online Advanced Certificate in Terrorism Studies program are offered in sequence to allow timely completion of the program, typically within one year.
Plan of Study
All courses in the online Advanced Certificate in Terrorism Studies program are offered in six accelerated eight-week sessions each year, including two sessions in the Fall, two in the Summer, and two in the Spring. Students admitted to the program may enroll in up to six credit hours of courses during each eight-week session.
To complete the advanced certificate program, a student must earn a total of 12 credit hours. The following three-credit courses are required by the program.
| CRJ 744 | Terrorism and Politics | 3 |
| CRJ 748 | Counter Terrorism Policy for Law Enforcement | 3 |
| CRJ 746 | Terrorism and Apocalyptic Violence | 3 |
| and | |
| CRJ 772 | Seminar in Terrorism Studies | 1.5 |
| CRJ 772 | Seminar in Terrorism Studies | 1.5 |
| or | |
| CRJ 776 | Intensive Seminar in Terrorism Studies | 3 |
CRJ 772: Part 1 and Part 2, each worth 1.5 credits.