Peace and Conflict Studies (32 units)

University of Queensland

About

The Master in Peace and Conflict Studies is a coursework program aimed at developing conceptual and empirical understanding and skill sets in research and knowledge development in the field of peace and conflict.

Students will gain an advanced understanding of how conflicts emerge and how they can be managed and solved in a nonviolent manner.

Topics covered span from the local to the global and include issues such as peacebuilding, conflict resolution and prevention, mediation, nonviolence, gender and security as well as peace and development.

Structure

MPaCS is a uniquely flexible program designed to prepare you to confront a range of global issues. We offer a comprehensive range of courses in areas such as conflict resolution, mediation, peace building and human protection work. You can choose to focus on coursework or undertake a research thesis over two semesters. Students also have the opportunity for fieldwork working closely with an organization in Australia or overseas. A Graduate Certificate in Peace and Conflict Studies is also available.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Peace and Conflict Studies.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Entry requirements

To complete the Master of Peace and Conflict Studies

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Peace and Conflict Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Early exit points

Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:

  • Graduate Certificate in Peace and Conflict Studies (#8)

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