Master of Peace and Conflict Studies
Advance your expertise in the dynamics of global conflict, resolution, and peacebuilding through a multidisciplinary lens.
Best for:Best for students and professionals seeking to specialize in international relations, security, and peacebuilding strategies.
Overview
The Master of Peace and Conflict Studies at The University of Queensland provides a comprehensive examination of the forces driving contemporary conflict and the mechanisms used for resolution. Students engage with world-renowned experts in fields such as Indigenous politics, gender, security, and development to understand the complexities of peacebuilding. The program is hosted by the Graduate Centre in Governance and International Affairs, a globally recognized leader in the discipline. Participants benefit from a diverse international cohort and have access to applied fieldwork, independent study, and research opportunities in both domestic and overseas settings.
What you'll do
- Analyze the structural and social forces that generate contemporary conflict.
- Evaluate processes and practices involved in conflict resolution and peacebuilding.
- Engage with multidisciplinary perspectives including gender, ethics, and security.
- Participate in applied fieldwork or independent research projects.
- Collaborate with an international cohort to develop a global perspective on peace studies.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline.
Degree offered: Master of Peace and Conflict Studies
Language: English proficiency required for international students.
Instruction: English
- Academic background in any discipline
- Capacity for critical analysis of social and political issues
- Interest in international affairs and conflict resolution
- Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Alternatively, completion of 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution with a formal pathway
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Interested applicants should visit the official university program page to review specific entry requirements and submission procedures. Applications are processed through the university's central admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- English language proficiency test results
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