Peace & Development Studies

Key programme benefits to future students

Students will be provided with awareness of the complexities of peacebuilding and development in diverse global case studies, thereby encouraging graduates who can contribute effectively in these areas at a professional level.



In this MA in Peace and Development Studies, students investigate debates about the origins and nature of conflict and explore a range of approaches to conflict resolution. Contemporary cases of conflict and responses to these are examined, as are the connections between peacebuilding and (economic, political and human) development. Considering that the vast majority of international organisations working on humanitarian issues currently understand that peace, security and development are deeply interrelated areas of their work, this programme takes a much needed holistic view of the post-conflict environment to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge which are needed for effective work in this area or for further study.



Key Fact:

MA Peace and Development students can take an annual field trip to Northern Ireland to examine peace and reconciliation projects as part of their programme of study.

Autumn Modules

• Graduate Seminar in Development

• Graduate Research Methods

• One elective module



Optional Modules

Graduate Seminar in Contemporary Political Theory | Graduate Seminar in International Relations | Graduate Seminar in Institutions and Policies of the EU | Public Administration Theory & Practice | Graduate Seminar in International Co-operation and Conflict | Graduate Seminar in European Governance | Representative Democracy in Europe



Spring Modules

• Graduate Seminar in Peacebuilding

• Research Methods (progressing dissertation)

• Two elective modules



Optional Modules

Global Justice | Gender and Politics | International Political Economy | Comparative Climate Policy and Politics



Summer Modules

• Dissertation

Normally, a primary degree in a relevant discipline with First or Second Class Honours or an approved equivalent qualification (Primary Degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland).



WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION:



Qualification transcripts and certificates

A copy of your birth certificate or passport

A copy of your CV

If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice.

If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:

English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts AND

English language competency certificate

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

The course prepares students from diverse backgrounds for a career in or further research on international affairs, conflict management and resolution, peace operations, humanitarian assistance, development aid and related diplomatic careers.