Master of Peace and Conflict Studies (MPCS) 12 months Postgraduate Program By University of Otago |Top Universities
Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

44,725 NZDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Nov, 2024Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

International Relations/Studies/AffairsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Peace and Conflict Studies is an inter-disciplinary programme providing students with an advanced qualification in peace and conflict studies, development and peacebuilding. This programme is ideal for those seeking careers in the public and private sectors as academic researchers and as practitioners and policy makers in fields such as conflict analysis and resolution, peace-building, and post-conflict transformation. This programme (which replaces the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (PGDipArts) in Peace and Conflict Studies) combines theory and practice with a solid research component and is regionally focused on Asia and the Pacific. A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements of the degree within twelve months.  A part-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements of the degree within twenty-four months.

Program overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Peace and Conflict Studies is an inter-disciplinary programme providing students with an advanced qualification in peace and conflict studies, development and peacebuilding. This programme is ideal for those seeking careers in the public and private sectors as academic researchers and as practitioners and policy makers in fields such as conflict analysis and resolution, peace-building, and post-conflict transformation. This programme (which replaces the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (PGDipArts) in Peace and Conflict Studies) combines theory and practice with a solid research component and is regionally focused on Asia and the Pacific. A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements of the degree within twelve months.  A part-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements of the degree within twenty-four months.

Admission Requirements

176+
58+
6+
6.5+
90+

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).

Every applicant must either:

  • be a graduate, or
  • have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
In considering an applicant’s qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study that was followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant’s performance in the programme. A minimum grade of B+ or higher over the final year is normally required but relevant practical experience may also be considered where this minimum is not met.

15 Nov 2024
1 Year
Feb
Jul

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

8,893 NZD
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International Students

44,725 NZD
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