Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding

Course Overview

The MSc Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding at Durham University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about upholding justice and legal frameworks. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Course details Conflict prevention is built on the principle that, through skilled negotiation and mediation, the most intractable of differences can be settled peacefully. The most effective forms of conflict prevention and peacebuilding balance political with social needs and place a greater focus on local perspectives. They consider the important role played by young people and women, as well as taking into account social factors such as health and the environment. International tuition fees are £30,000 per year, home/UK fees are £17,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £36,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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Graduate Outcomes

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