Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies

This MA programme is designed to critically examine the theoretical and methodological issues surrounding the dynamics of peace and conflict in the contemporary world. The programme engages with the work of leading peace and conflict studies scholars at both conceptual and empirical levels and draws on evidence from a range of recent armed conflicts.

The programme also addresses techniques in conflict resolution such as mediation in order to deepen our understanding and develop practical skills in conflict analysis and uses optional modules from Politics to support the core programme.

Students take five taught modules each assessed by a 5,000 word essay.

Core

• Dissertation (Standard)
• Theory and Methods in Postgraduate Studies
• Conflict Management and Contemporary Conflicts

Optional

• Globalisation: Its Meanings, Causes and Consequences
• Theory and Concepts in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
• Issues and Practice in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
• Politics and International Relations of the Middle East
• Public Policy
• Diasporas and Minorities of the Middle East
• Independent Study Module
• Theorising Security and War
• International Relations and Politics of South Asia
• Globalisation and Democratisation
• Major Approaches to the Study of International Relations

Requirements

• An upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent. Relevant professional qualifications and experience will also be considered
• IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent
• Assessment: Coursework and dissertation
• Bakalavr or Specialist Diploma
• Degree certificates and transcripts of previous higher education (college/university) degrees or other courses that you have completed/for which you are currently studying. Note that, for transcripts in languages other than English, a certified English translation will be required
• Personal Statement
• Research proposal (for research degrees)
• References

Scholarships

• Global Education