Overview
The Master of Peace and Conflict Studies offered at the University of Queensland will build your knowledge about the forces that generate contemporary conflict and the processes and practices that contribute to conflict, resolution and peacebuilding.
The two year full-time (or part-time equivalent) program is delivered by world-renowned academics and researchers with expertise in areas such as Indigenous politics, gender, ethics, justice, development, security and the environment. They'll draw on their research experience in conflict settings to help you develop an understanding of varied expressions of conflict and resistance, and ways to move from conflict to peace.
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- UN special rapporteur
- Peacekeeping official
- NGO manager
- Indigenous rights adviser
- Humanitarian aid official
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Writing Politics
- Security and Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Peacebuilding
- The Politics and Power of Nonviolence
- Gender, Peace and Security in Global and Local Perspective
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Military Science Area & Cultural Studies Political Science View 6 other Masters in Military Science in AustraliaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 089178E
- An approved degree in any discipline with a GPA of 5
Tuition Fee
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International
30976 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30976 AUD per year during 24 months. -
National
23840 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23840 AUD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Brisbane
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.