Postgraduate Certificate in Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism – PGCertCTVE

Course details

Postgraduate Certificate in Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism – PGCertCTVE
NZQF Level 8

About the course

Massey's Postgraduate Certificate in Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism examines the causes, evolution and manifestations of terrorism and violent extremism, together with the strategies, policies and operational approaches used to counter them. We include New Zealand’s own experience of and responses to terrorism and violent extremism, in light of wider historical and global trends.

You'll combine academic study and practical exercises, and develop the expertise required to analyse complex security challenges, helping to prepare you for a career in the security sector and for further study in the field of international security.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

Specific requirements

To enter the Postgraduate Certificate in Countering Terrorism and and Violent Extremism you will have been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor's degree.

You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

English language requirements

To study this qualification you must meet Massey's English language competency requirements.

Prior learning, credit and exemptions

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

English language skills

If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits to complete some undergraduate and all postgraduate qualifications. If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

More information

Official regulations

To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.

You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

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About the provider

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa is a leading New Zealand university, world-renowned for unique practical qualifications, ground-breaking research, and online courses. 

Each year over 5,000 international students from more than 100 countries find a warm welcome at Massey. We are ranked in the top 250 universities in the world by QS World Rankings and have a well-established reputation for academic leadership, research excellence and innovative teaching.


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