Peace and Conflict Studies

Explore the context of contemporary armed conflict and war. Gain insight into how peace is forged at local and national levels. You'll develop your understanding of contextual variations and complexities in modern armed conflict. In the process, you'll gain a clearer appreciation of the difficulties faced by practitioners and policymakers.

Gain practical experience working on human rights projects. You'll have the chance to undertake a fieldwork placement working with a human rights organisation. You'll develop a practical skill set and conduct research that will inform your dissertation. This is a unique opportunity to gain a first-hand understanding of approaches to conflict resolution and peace building in war-affected contexts.

Be supported by internationally-renowned experts. Our staff regularly contribute to news media and advise governments and institutions across the globe. You'll engage with their latest research and benefit from their wealth of experience.

Study what you're passionate about. This course is highly customisable. You'll have access to a wide range of option modules in areas such as security, gender studies, and development. You can tailor your study to focus on the topics that interest you most.